taunted
Example Sentences
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Saudi Pro League side Al-Taawoun have been ordered to play two home league matches behind closed doors after their supporters taunted Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves over the death of his friend and team-mate Diogo Jota.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
That’s why Ham is swift to insist he’s being taunted, even when he’s not.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
The few protesters taunted the agents, who mostly amused themselves.
From Slate ● May 29, 2026
Lucia’s neighbor Steve Chessare lobbied him, telling the story of being taunted for the Millionaire name the year his basketball team won the state championship in 1974.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
The endless skyscrapers taunted the sky, but there was dirt on the building windows.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
