shunned

Example Sentences

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Pyongyang has repeatedly shunned efforts by the South Korean government to improve relations, calling Seoul its most "hostile" adversary.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The early electric Mustang models were shunned by some but have become popular.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

In the hopes of safeguarding their newborns from what they see as unnecessary medical intervention, they have shunned fundamental and scientifically sound pharmaceutical intervention.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

That means many investors who for years have shunned energy stocks may have to rethink their stance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Six centuries had come and gone since that night, but Hard- home was still shunned.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin