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snub

[snuhb] / snʌb /


NOUN
insult; rebuff
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But greater awareness does seem possible, notwithstanding the academy’s snub this year.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

Four years on from his snub for the US Olympic team, Malinin has revolutionised his sport and is poised for gold -- and stardom.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Buffett offered kind words about Walmart’s potential to succeed, but the snub was motivating for company executives at the time, the person said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

There had been high hopes for Irish actor Paul Mescal, who played Buckley's co-star in Hamnet, but he missed out in what the industry has dubbed "a snub".

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Instead, the demonstrators interpreted the snub as a challenge and stepped up their efforts.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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