condemn
verb (used with object)
to express an unfavorable or adverse judgment on; indicate strong disapproval of; censure.
condemning
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present participleof condemn.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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He has called on his supporters to join protests on Saturday as he did the previous week, before condemning the rioting which followed.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
Hundreds rallied across Syria on Friday condemning Israeli incursions in the country's south including one this week that killed a man with a disability, AFP correspondents and state media reported.
From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026
The National Association of Secretaries of State and the National Association of State Election Directors issued a joint statement condemning what they said were threats against election staff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
El-Sayed’s campaign had already released a video condemning and memorializing 9/11 that morning.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
I agreed to lead the attack and offered the motion condemning him, which was seconded by Oliver Tambo.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
