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shameful

[sheym-fuhl] / ˈʃeɪm fəl /


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All of that is shameful, and deeply contrary to the supposed traditions of international sport.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

In a video statement released by the campaign, Gertner said she found it “really shameful that there’s a group of media outlets and people who are willing to spread gossip.”

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Ryan-Donnelly described the two-year delay in telling her client as "absolutely shameful".

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“It is shameful that he used Ken’s name as the example of those who supposedly aren’t carrying their fair share of the burdens associated with New York City’s often costly and wasteful spending,” Beeson wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Here is the last thing, and a shameful admission it is.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman




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