vitriol
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My column of a few weeks ago triggered a degree of vitriol that’s unusual even compared with anything I’ve written about President Trump.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
There would be cameras, protesters and vitriol directed at a high school athlete.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
He withstood even louder vitriol to grab a crucial half against a spirited DeChambeau fightback in the Bethpage Bearpit at last year's Ryder Cup.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Now, that is worth remembering - especially when you hear people pour vitriol on the whole idea of heat pumps.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
Koffi flinched away from the accusation in her head, from the vitriol in it.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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