Example Sentences

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Mr. Steiner was put in the awkward position of disavowing his own private journal’s description of events.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

She resists the idea of entirely disavowing the life she led with her ex-husband.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

Venues began disavowing Rawayana, which was forced to cancel its tour.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025

Most folks come in wanting to “fix it” or “fix themselves” while disavowing the emotion itself.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 29, 2024

“Oh, no,” we said, disavowing her entirely, as any sensible person would.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson