ridicule
Example Sentences
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“They expose themselves to ridicule and spout all sorts of nonsense. Those are clowns. And I think that movie captured that.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
In most industries, wearing gear splashed with the face of a CEO would invite ridicule.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
Meanwhile, the management of the captain‑led pre‑kick‑off huddle in the 1-0 home loss to Newcastle drew ridicule and frustrated officials, and Rosenior's side have appeared increasingly open defensively during their run of three straight defeats.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
He attracted online ridicule in 2019 when he replied to his own social media post with: "Fantastic. Great move. Well done Angus".
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
“Luke,” she asked, going slowly for fear of ridicule, “why do people want to talk to each other? I mean, what are the things people always want to find out about other people?”
From "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson
Vocabulary lists containing ridicule
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English Words Derived from French, List 1
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Excerpt from "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
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