as in slighting
intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value
the usual decrying remarks about the clothes that the stars wore to the awards ceremony
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as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
scientists were quick to decry the claims of the psychic
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as in denouncing
to declare to be morally wrong or evil
a statement by the church decrying modern society's liberal attitude regarding marriage and divorce
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Recent Examples of decrying
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 Sep. 2025
Kimmel’s suspension resulted in protests by free speech advocates in front of his Hollywood studio and an ACLU letter decrying his removal signed by 400 celebrities.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 22 Sep. 2025
Much was made ahead of the final Battle for the Iron Skillet, with some decrying the end of the historic rivalry.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2025
Conservatives have been decrying identity politics for years, and liberals have been just as vigorously espousing them as key to winning races.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Trump and allies are decrying elite colleges and universities as places of extreme liberal ideology and antisemitism.
—David Mark, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
ABC's move sparked widespread outrage throughout the entertainment industry, with critics decrying it as government censorship, given that the suspension followed an apparent threat from the FCC.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Sakr was placed on administrative leave last month without explanation, prompting a backlash from faculty and staff, many of whom signed a letter decrying his treatment.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Pig heads appeared outside several mosques around Paris on Tuesday, authorities said, decrying the insult to Muslims.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
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On Monday, 400 celebrities — including people like Martin Short and Tom Hanks, who have created memorable characters for Disney in the recent past — signed a letter from the American Civil Liberties Union decrying the blow the maneuver delivered to free speech in America.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 Sep. 2025
Kimmel’s suspension resulted in protests by free speech advocates in front of his Hollywood studio and an ACLU letter decrying his removal signed by 400 celebrities.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 22 Sep. 2025
Much was made ahead of the final Battle for the Iron Skillet, with some decrying the end of the historic rivalry.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2025
Conservatives have been decrying identity politics for years, and liberals have been just as vigorously espousing them as key to winning races.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Trump and allies are decrying elite colleges and universities as places of extreme liberal ideology and antisemitism.
—David Mark, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
ABC's move sparked widespread outrage throughout the entertainment industry, with critics decrying it as government censorship, given that the suspension followed an apparent threat from the FCC.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Sakr was placed on administrative leave last month without explanation, prompting a backlash from faculty and staff, many of whom signed a letter decrying his treatment.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Pig heads appeared outside several mosques around Paris on Tuesday, authorities said, decrying the insult to Muslims.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decrying
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Dills encourages parents to explore and research their options before dismissing Montessori education.—
Katrina Donham,
Parents,
23 Sep. 2025
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Not too long ago, Western markets were subtly dismissing Chinese cars for coming off as bargain-basement alternatives.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Sep. 2025
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Hundreds of young Moroccans took to the streets of at least 11 cities across the North African nation, denouncing corruption and blasting the government for pouring money into international sporting events while neglecting health and education.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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This behavior by fans has had a major impact on social media, with numerous users denouncing it as inappropriate.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Perkins said the drink bore the insulting message.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
22 Sep. 2025
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Using those who serve in uniform as political props is insulting.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Sep. 2025
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Keeping your hands free while solo and on the move enhances alertness by minimizing distractions and improves reaction time for unexpected situations.—
Kristy Alpert,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
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In the 12-page complaint, Allen asks the court to restore her position as a research analyst with back pay and to issue a declaratory judgment condemning her ouster from the state agency as a violation of her free speech protections.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 Sep. 2025
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Around 1200 artists and executives from the entertainment world have signed an open letter condemning any Israeli film boycott calls amid the Gaza conflict.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The mission emphasized that detaining adolescents under such conditions amounts to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
23 Sep. 2025
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Some users bragged about allegedly assaulting or blackmailing women and encouraged others to insult the women shown in photos with degrading language.—
CNN Staff 20 hr ago,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Football, it could be argued, is diminishing its worth by almost never taking a break and playing virtually year-round.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Risks of multivitamins Many of us grew up striving for 100% on every test, but overachieving with multivitamins comes with risk—diminishing their benefits or causing harmful side effects.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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After making the initial comments during the Mets' win over the Cubs on Tuesday, Cohen returned to the SNY broadcast booth on Thursday for his first call since criticizing the rookie for missing the game for Kirk's memorial.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Among those criticizing the police union were members of Black Leaders Organizing Communities, Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression and Voces de la Frontera.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Decrying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decrying. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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