withering

Example Sentences

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Attorney for the District of Columbia, and federal Judge James Boasberg did so in withering fashion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

“Undertone” is packed with plenty of similarly ridiculous plot points that deflate if you even so much as toss a withering glance their way.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

The woeful record of the national men's team is also evidence for withering comments and the malaise is well-documented.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Other recent instances in which ICE and Border Patrol agents claimed they used force in self-defense have come under withering scrutiny.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

“Hold the wagon, Marietta,” Von Marsh said with a withering scowl.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older