Example Sentences

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The administration has disavowed any intention to interfere with the World Cup or the Olympics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

She has been disavowed by lawmakers across the Democratic spectrum, from Blue Dog centrist Rep. Josh Gottheimer to democratic socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Bessent quickly disavowed the idea, but Trump last summer told allies he liked the concept of announcing a successor early.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

In both cases the comments were immediately disavowed by the White House.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 24, 2025

Stone himself eventually disavowed the technique as a useful therapy.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik