trolling

Example Sentences

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But this did not stop some from speculating as to whether the platform was "trolling" its users.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

But it’s a campaign video in support of mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt that has taken trolling the opposition to new heights, or perhaps lows.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

A couple of spicy words on social media mean nothing, especially from people who spend their days online, trolling for attention.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

Marc Elias: I don’t think he’s trolling us, I think he’s quite serious.

From Slate • Feb. 10, 2026

You can usually find them trolling on Twitter.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas