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as in crossed
to be unfaithful or disloyal to
childhood friends of movie stars often betray them by telling their secrets to the supermarket tabloids
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as in revealed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
his face betrayed his exasperation with his nosy neighbor
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as in tempted
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
she was betrayed by a false show of friendship into covering up the crime
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Recent Examples of betrayed
The latter, the study found, made most respondents feel ignored and angry, like the people in charge have failed and betrayed them and younger generations.
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Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2024
Will true believers in Powers’s literary-ethical divinity feel betrayed by the late revelation, given their sincere investment in the story?
—Randy Boyagoda, The Atlantic, 17 Oct. 2024
The girls were brought to the office, where they were reprimanded by another administrator who compared their behavior to that of Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus Christ, leading to his death by crucifixion.
—Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 17 Oct. 2024
The series follows Ernesto, a former champion luchador betrayed by friends and unmasked in the ring after refusing to take bribes.
—Daniel Eduardo Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
While these words might offer some form of internal justification, for the partner who has been betrayed, the infidelity is often far from excusable—no matter the circumstances.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
But all that matters is that there be no change in the Fed’s stance, and there have been no numbers that have betrayed the Fed.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
Radicals felt betrayed when Tehran initially refused to strike Israel directly.
—Saeid Golkar, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
These radicals felt betrayed when Tehran refused to strike Israel directly after the latter’s initial set of attacks.
—Saeid Golkar, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2024
Will true believers in Powers’s literary-ethical divinity feel betrayed by the late revelation, given their sincere investment in the story?
—Randy Boyagoda, The Atlantic, 17 Oct. 2024
The girls were brought to the office, where they were reprimanded by another administrator who compared their behavior to that of Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus Christ, leading to his death by crucifixion.
—Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 17 Oct. 2024
The series follows Ernesto, a former champion luchador betrayed by friends and unmasked in the ring after refusing to take bribes.
—Daniel Eduardo Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
While these words might offer some form of internal justification, for the partner who has been betrayed, the infidelity is often far from excusable—no matter the circumstances.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
But all that matters is that there be no change in the Fed’s stance, and there have been no numbers that have betrayed the Fed.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
Radicals felt betrayed when Tehran initially refused to strike Israel directly.
—Saeid Golkar, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
These radicals felt betrayed when Tehran refused to strike Israel directly after the latter’s initial set of attacks.
—Saeid Golkar, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for betrayed
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Augusta was hard-hit by Hurricane Helene, which crossed the Georgia border as a high-end Category 2 hurricane early Friday.Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
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But the two companies closed down operations a day before the storm crossed the region, with no word on when work would resume.Olatunji Osho-Williams, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
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His Airness has been revealed as the mystery owner of the one-of-a-kind Pininfarina Battista Targamerica that was on display during this year’s Monterey Car Week.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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For instance, one study revealed that women researchers received an average of about £274k in grant awards, compared to £537k for men.Kath Mackay, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Nora Ephron probably wouldn’t haven’t been tempted to turn this story into a rom-com.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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So, the next time you're tempted to force optimism, consider embracing the full spectrum of your experiences.Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Jurors repeatedly watched graphic clips from police video that showed the officers punch and kick Nichols and hit him with a police baton just steps from his home, as the 29-year-old called out for his mother.Adrian Sainz, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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Still Dominguez showed decent signs in left while dealing with some rainy weather and who plays there is part of the meticulous planning and cautious purpose the Yankees head into a Division Series with really high expectations based on their performance and what teams are already eliminated.Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Unsuspecting individuals are lured into contributing funds or providing personal details to malicious actors under the guise of helping those affected by disasters.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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There were rumors in the early years of the money-spinning Indian Premier League being lured there, with Singapore boasting a strong South Asian culture, while a T20 match between Australia and Sri Lanka was once mooted.Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The models’ muddy boots demonstrated what the brand is best at.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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The operation’s success demonstrated that major component exchanges can be carried out offshore without requiring large cranes or towing the turbine to port.Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Having persuaded many leading brands and designers to stop using fur and leather, animal rights activists have set their sights on convincing more brands to do away with down feathers.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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Her intractability eventually persuaded Kishan Patel and Teeny Chirichillo to flip the script and vote Aysha out instead.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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This atmosphere enticed monied Californians and New Yorkers during the pandemic, and those looking for a second home in the mountains, driving up prices.Jessica Wakeman, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
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Bon Jovi recently re-released Greatest Hits on vinyl, which enticed thousands of fans of the band to purchase the beloved collection.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Betrayed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/betrayed. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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