ire
1 Americannoun
abbreviation
abbreviation
noun
Other Word Forms
- ireful adjective
- irefully adverb
- irefulness noun
- ireless adjective
Etymology
Origin of ire
1250–1300; Middle English < Old French < Latin īra anger
Example Sentences
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Weapons manufacturers and property firms were the latest to face ire from the White House.
From Barron's
Their voting recommendations have long drawn the ire of corporate CEOs and other critics who claim they hold undue influence on shareholder votes and have business models that create conflicts of interest.
When it was released in June last year, “Materialists” quickly sparked debate among moviegoers for the eccentricities of its screenplay and cast, and the ire of those who felt the film was mismarketed.
From Salon
The housing market’s doldrums have stoked the ire of consumers, drawn the attention of policymakers, and accelerated industry consolidation and discord.
From Barron's
The law, which drew ire from environmentalists, is intended to prevent a spike in gas prices amid refinery closures.
From Los Angeles Times
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