Example Sentences

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“They could have insulted each other,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

I'm not sure she could have insulted the Republican leader any worse.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2024

Valencia said it banned one of its fans for life and was looking to identify others who may have insulted Vinícius at Mestalla Stadium.

From Washington Times • May 22, 2023

Beverly Hills got hail as big as nickels, a comparison that must have insulted its folding-money banlieues.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2022

I shouldn’t have insulted her when she was trying to reach out, even if I didn’t want to be part of her “endeavor.”

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan