as in disgust
a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness
the publication of the autopsy photos prompted expressions of outrage and revulsion
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Recent Examples of revulsion
But a vigilante movement has been one clear expression of Haitians’ revulsion for gangs.
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Pierre Esperance, Foreign Affairs, 2 Apr. 2024
Countless alternative ethical frameworks, from feminism to Christianity, can vindicate my revulsion.
—Becca Rothfeld, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
And that gets us to the level of shock that sits in a special place in the human brain — where revulsion at the randomness of life intersects with our respect for it.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2024
Many voices spoke out against Hamas violence and expressed revulsion.
—Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 10 May 2024
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Pierre Esperance, Foreign Affairs, 2 Apr. 2024
Countless alternative ethical frameworks, from feminism to Christianity, can vindicate my revulsion.
—Becca Rothfeld, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
And that gets us to the level of shock that sits in a special place in the human brain — where revulsion at the randomness of life intersects with our respect for it.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2024
Many voices spoke out against Hamas violence and expressed revulsion.
—Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 10 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for revulsion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revulsion
Noun
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Barrymore squeals in disgust after reaching into her pocket and pulling out a sandwich.Shyla Watson, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Many others have expressed condemnation and voiced disgust with those showing support for the alleged assassin.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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All of the hatred and violence of their relationship all culminated in this moment.Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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The promise comes several days after a man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson said he was motivated by hatred of that system ‒ a hatred apparently shared by many people who have taken to social media in the days since the Dec. 4 killing.Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The horror sequel centers on pop star and drug addict Skye Riley (Naomi Scott), who's anxious about a comeback tour and visits her dealer for pills.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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And its treatment of the Mormon faith is surprisingly nuanced for the horror genre.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Revulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revulsion. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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