aspersions

plural of aspersion

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspersions
Noun
  • Following Kirk’s death, his supporters flooded X with their criticisms of the episode.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • In the backdrop, the film also weathered criticisms over its portrayal of Mexico and transpeople.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • For something a little more laid-back, catch a show at Will’s Pub or play a round of darts and grab some drinks at beloved dive Wally’s Bar and Liquors.
    Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The bodice mimics a button-down vest accented with bright gold buttons and flattering darts, while the skirt has subtle pleats at the top and flares into an A-line silhouette.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Democrats like Bell continue to defend Israel from progressive attacks.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Terrorists expanded their use of the internet for a wide range of activities, including planning attacks, radicalization and recruitment, propaganda dissemination, and fundraising.
    Richard Frankel, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Despite including multiple iconic names in this segment, many notable names were left out, including Hulk Hogan, Danielle Spencer, and Jerry Adler.
    Jeremy Hanna, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The Builders of the Internet Era Honorees include major names like Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix, NPR, and Adobe — each recognized for their lasting cultural impact, creative innovation and consistent achievement at the Webbys over the years.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Egyptian influencers linked to intelligence fronts launched vicious personal attacks, including ethnic slurs, against the Saudi royal family and graphic insults targeting the crown prince.
    Khaled Hassan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
  • After a brief pause, the messages resumed months later and escalated to 40-50 a day, ranging from insults about Lauryn’s appearance to alarming threats against her relationship.
    Jordana Comiter, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Aspersions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspersions. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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