scandalize
Example Sentences
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Part hobo, part insult comic, part performance artist, Diogenes flaunted his disregard for convention in ways that scandalized the bourgeoisie of Athens and, later, Corinth, after his banishment from Sinope became permanent.
When published, Hine’s haunting pictures scandalized America, and laws to protect kids emerged.
From Los Angeles Times
These events scandalize, yet “The Girl With the Needle” is most intriguing when it lingers in its disturbing fictions, which come to life with exceptional style.
From New York Times
Saddened, for sure, and no doubt even scandalized — but not shocked.
From Los Angeles Times
They rarely go anywhere and are constantly scandalized.
From New York Times
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