cowered
Example Sentences
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“Others might have cowered or taken time to regroup and figure out what they should do,” said Wald.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 30, 2026
Combine the timid showing with their 2022 elimination game against Houston, in which the Wildcats cowered from a rock fight, it’s clear that coach Tommy Lloyd must rethink his approach to roster construction.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 20, 2023
He briefly cowered, before realizing it was a taped-up black cricket ball that soared up from the ground floor.
From Salon ● Dec. 15, 2022
Lincoln’s time was one of passionate intensity, of loud voices and closed minds, of demagogues who exploited public opinion and conflict-averse officeholders who cowered in fear of it.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 25, 2022
Stunned, the two white women cowered in their seats as Ann’s anger rained down, their bone china teacups rattling in their saucers.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
