take umbrage

Example Sentences

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I expected Williams to take umbrage with the idea that he was a font of misinformation, but surprisingly, he wasn’t exactly bothered by that charge.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Are there any other family members you need to be aware of who may take umbrage at your arrangement with your mom, such as a brother or a sister?

From MarketWatch • Dec. 15, 2025

"I'm committed to coaching Australia. I really take umbrage that people are questioning my commitment to coaching Australia. To doubt my commitment to the job is a bit red hot."

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2023

It presumes that the feelings of real or imagined bigots who might take umbrage at such an image are of paramount importance, and that everyone else's freedoms must be curtailed to appease them.

From Salon • Aug. 14, 2023

In fact, Edward Tulane was so happy to be back among the living that he did not even take umbrage at being referred to as “it.”

From "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate DiCamillo