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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vilipend
Verb
  • In the leadup to the settlement, Judge Frederick Chung denied the county’s motion to dismiss the case at the summary judgment phase that determines whether a lawsuit proceeds to trial.
    Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
  • To dismiss it, as the President tried yesterday, is incredible and not fair to our men and women in uniform.
    Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Such programs help ensure that employees behave ethically and minimize disruptions to business operations—an attractive feature for building and maintaining intercompany relationships.
    Robert Anello, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Regular use helps to minimize the appearance of pores, reduce dryness, and create a smoother, more polished look.3 8.
    Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Overcoming The Fear Of Letting Go One of the biggest reasons leaders avoid delegating is fear that the work will not be done right, mistakes will happen or their value will be diminished.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The mountains rose steeply on each side at this point, and the brook that ran down the valley was swift and noisy, swollen by rain.
    Horace R. Hinkley, Outdoor Life, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The queen consort wore an emerald green dress with contrasting fabric on the rounded collar of the garment and running down the sleeves.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Orton was written off television after an attack by Owens on an episode of SmackDown.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
  • And United, with justification, have not written off this season yet.
    Andy Mitten, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
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“Vilipend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vilipend. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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