lash out

Example Sentences

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"All dogs can be dangerous if they're not brought up correctly, if not raised the right way, if in pain they can lash out, they can bite."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

And this has made her really relatable, having her son lash out at her like this so publicly.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

"I think for me, I know myself, and I don't want to lash out on my team. They're good people. They don't deserve that, and I know I'm emotional," said the 21-year-old.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Rather than learn and grow, Musk wants to lash out at those who remind him of his own worthlessness.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2024

We both waited to see if Gracus would lash out at this last bit of needling.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri