was galling
- past progressive of gall.
Example Sentences
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The finding was galling for Tangley residents, who had been banned from sprinkling their gardens with hoses during the drought.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2025
But the Royal College of Nursing had said the pay offer to such high paid staff was "galling" when it was made last month.
From BBC ● Jan. 25, 2024
It was galling to them that they had to ferry their passengers the last mile into New York City.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 19, 2021
Olympic and Paralympic Committee - that the federation “stands with those who demand equality” - was galling.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 4, 2020
Still, it was galling, this having to admit she was afraid.
From "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbit
