Example Sentences

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In fact, we were mocking then-President George W. Bush in the midst of the so-called “war on terror.”

From Salon • Nov. 6, 2025

The Seattle Police Officers Guild said Friday that Auderer’s remarks were mocking how lawyers would act during a lawsuit.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 16, 2023

Roma rejected the idea that she or any of the Sisters were mocking Catholicism or other faith groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2023

People were mocking this team's attitude three hours ago!

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2022

It’s almost as if she were mocking us, since our moods and cares are far from “happy.”

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank