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Recent Examples of reprobation
Her blinkered perspective is consumed with semi-realized introspection and self-reprobation.
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Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026
President Alejandro Giammattei was deeply unpopular at home, but other than occasional statements of reprobation from the United States and Europe, had managed to consolidate his control of the justice system with little consequence.
—Sonia Pérez D. and Christopher Sherman, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 July 2023
Fast forward a few years, and reprobation of Walmart’s sharp tactics has faded.
—Marc Levinson, WSJ, 7 Mar. 2021
Coaches and executives around the sport spoke out in a chorus of reprobation.
—Bruce Schoenfeld, Esquire, 25 Sep. 2017
Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026
President Alejandro Giammattei was deeply unpopular at home, but other than occasional statements of reprobation from the United States and Europe, had managed to consolidate his control of the justice system with little consequence.
—Sonia Pérez D. and Christopher Sherman, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 July 2023
Fast forward a few years, and reprobation of Walmart’s sharp tactics has faded.
—Marc Levinson, WSJ, 7 Mar. 2021
Coaches and executives around the sport spoke out in a chorus of reprobation.
—Bruce Schoenfeld, Esquire, 25 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reprobation
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The incursion was the latest in a litany of drone incidents — from both Russia and Ukraine — to afflict NATO member states and leave the 32-member trans-Atlantic organization on edge, drawing strong condemnation from Romania’s allies.—
Stephen McGrath,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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The dismissive language triggered outrage from the public, condemnation from unions, and questions from regulators about the extent of potential job cuts.—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
28 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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Resident Nancy Thomas, a frequent critic of the city commission, demanded that Glassman apologize and called for his censure in emails to city officials.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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During the trial, Phelan led the chamber through the impeachment, defended the process and survived Paxton's attempt to replace him in the House and the Texas Republican Party's censure.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Both players have been regular targets for fan criticism over their attitude this term.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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But that market has faced growing criticism for its dependence on mass production and cultural appropriation — and a portion of travelers are responding by spending their money differently.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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Putin is a formidable opponent who is worthy of reprehension.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 June 2021
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But Khalil’s killing elicited widespread opprobrium.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian also drew opprobrium last month after apologizing to Arab neighbors and declaring there would be no more attacks against them.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Reprobation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reprobation. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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