Example Sentences

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The largest number of victims came from Iran, which accused the Saudis of botching administration of the pilgrimage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Disney has won a boardroom battle against critics who had accused the media giant of botching its streaming strategy and losing its creative spark.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2024

And once you do, how do you avoid botching up the installation?

From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2024

Michigan won despite losing an early fumble that led to a touchdown, botching an extra-point attempt, missing a field-goal try, and failing on a couple of really dumb trick plays.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2024

A number of his colleagues quietly waited for the day when he would fall flat on his face by botching something important.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson