be mean

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

Used to describe someone's unkind character or behavior.

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Examples (20)

  • It's not fair to be so mean to your little brother.
  • Don't be mean with your praise; encouragement is always appreciated.
  • She was really mean when she spread those rumors.
  • Some children can be quite mean to their classmates without realizing it.
  • Please don't be mean to the animals.
  • It was very mean of him to hide all the chocolates.
  • He often is mean to new employees, making them feel unwelcome.
  • Why is she so mean to her younger brother?
  • Why are you being so mean today?
  • He has always been a mean person, refusing to help others.
  • They used to be very mean to each other, but now they are friends.
  • You shouldn't be mean just because you're having a bad day.
  • It would be incredibly mean to intentionally hurt someone's feelings.
  • The old landlord was known to be incredibly mean about repairs.
  • I don't understand why some people just like to be mean.
  • I wouldn't want to be mean, but that comment was unnecessary.
  • He has always been mean to me, ever since we were kids.
  • She was being rather mean by refusing to share her lunch.
  • You should never be mean to anyone, regardless of how they treat you.
  • It would be mean to exclude him from the game.