as in betrayed
to be unfaithful or disloyal to
the band sold out its faithful followers, abandoning its edgy style for a more commercial sound
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betrayed
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But most also said they felt betrayed by an organization that publicly touted a Christian message and a commitment to helping others while internally prioritizing money over the well-being of their clients and staff.—
Alex Acquisto,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026 -
That trust was betrayed, repeatedly, over six years.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Sold (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sold%20%28out%29. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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