as in reprimand
an often public or formal expression of disapproval
a condemnation of the war by the international community
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Recent Examples of condemnation
The killing sparked nationwide condemnation.
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ABC News, 19 May 2026
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety, after some online comments — alongside condolences — blamed her for her own death.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The shocking security failure immediately drew condemnation from the highest levels of the French government.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The property managers had until the end of March to amend these issues and avoid condemnation, but the manager, Lenexa Vision, made minimal progress, according to city documents.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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ABC News, 19 May 2026
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety, after some online comments — alongside condolences — blamed her for her own death.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The shocking security failure immediately drew condemnation from the highest levels of the French government.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The property managers had until the end of March to amend these issues and avoid condemnation, but the manager, Lenexa Vision, made minimal progress, according to city documents.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for condemnation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condemnation
Noun
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The reprimand from the committee, which stops short of a censure from the entire House, is a rare disciplinary action for a member.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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Clermont, who was elected in 2024, was not given the opportunity to speak during the reprimand.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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The reprimand from the committee, which stops short of a censure from the entire House, is a rare disciplinary action for a member.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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The two other Republican candidates who were nearly disqualified earlier this week, Russ Wojtkiewicz and Gena Ross, were not included in the censure.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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Francis took some punishment from Navarro – a few shots from a baseball bat and a drop kick with a trash can.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The bipartisan support for the measure comes at a time when federal closures have become longer and more frequent, frustrating lawmakers who say there should be punishment when Congress fails at its most basic legislative duty.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Over 200 students signed a petition demanding that Georgetown disinvite Schapiro because of his support of Israel and his denunciation of allegedly antisemitic protesters and professors on our campuses.—
Jonathan Zimmerman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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His stance isn’t a formal denunciation, however.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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Building, lighting plans draw criticism from community Parker’s campus currently sprawls six acres and has a 6-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The closure drew criticism from the Primm family.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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“Condemnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condemnation. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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