Example Sentences

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Musk has offered to fund a private prosecution against the police over its handling of the murder, and insulted the Hampshire Police force.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Musk said director Nolan has "grossly insulted the Greek people", and replied "true" to a meme of a man supposedly dancing on Homer's grave.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

That’s guidance for the couple, not for guests who feel insulted by a lack of communication and use it as leverage for their resentment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

Textbooks say the Islamic Revolution started in January 1978, with an article in Ettelaat newspaper that insulted Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

For example, Kseniia Sanchuk had been flying supply and medical missions on the front lines since the beginning of the war; she was insulted to be sent to Marina’s new group for “training” purposes.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein