wax indignant

Frequency: 2.00.5 per million words

A formal or literary way to say 'become indignant', often implying a vocal or expressive display of indignation.

indignantVERB + indignant

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Examples (10)

  • She waxes indignant if anyone tries to contradict her.
  • The senator waxed indignant at the accusations of corruption.
  • He would often wax indignant about the injustices of society.
  • Her voice began to wax indignant as she recounted the unfair treatment.
  • Seeing the blatant disregard for rules, the principal waxed indignant.
  • The audience waxed indignant when the speaker made discriminatory remarks.
  • Don't be surprised if your grandmother waxes indignant over poor table manners.
  • The editorial waxed indignant about the government's recent policy decision.
  • Despite her calm demeanor, she couldn't help but wax indignant at such a suggestion.
  • If you continuously interrupt her, she's bound to wax indignant.