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Chastened, Boufal posted: "I also dedicate the victory to you of course. We are proud to represent all our brothers on the continent. TOGETHER."

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2022

Chastened, the Pentagon commissioned a study that recommended a federal site run by an experienced manufacturer.

From New York Times • Dec. 23, 2021

Chastened, this group continued holding regular Wednesday luncheons and Zoom calls.

From Washington Post • Jul. 31, 2021

Chastened by a 40-15 thrashing in Sydney four months earlier, England naively changed tactics for the final from an effective 10-man game to razzle-dazzle.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 18, 2019

Chastened, Cora snatched up her things, wishing to be the first one out the door.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead