shred

Example Sentences

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He told MSPs: "If Mr Findlay had a shred of decency about him, he would express his respect for the judicial system in Scotland."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

This vise—wanting to keep her job, but also any remaining shred of her anti-war credibility—has been reflected in her statements since Kent’s departure.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

The changes are stripping work trips of whatever shred of glamour they had after years of belt-tightening.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

That doesn’t save Funches, but maybe it preserves a shred of Rausch’s values.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026

Seeing the annoyance in the princess’s eyes, Celaena felt a shred of pity for whatever man her father chose.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas