insulted

Example Sentences

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That’s guidance for the couple, not for guests who feel insulted by a lack of communication and use it as leverage for their resentment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The tournament was marred by controversy earlier in the Milan-Cortina Games after Canadian Marc Kennedy insulted a Swedish opponent who accused of cheating.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

“But I wasn’t insulted because I’d never met him. I didn’t know him at all. And we got along very well.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Bhattacheryya says that even someone like former Vice-President Kamala Harris isn't immune to being insulted over food.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

I’ve been witness to more awfulness than wings being torn or my person insulted.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black