Sentence examples for am appalled from inspiring English sources

The phrase "am appalled" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when expressing strong shock or dismay about something that has occurred or been revealed.
Example: "After hearing the news about the scandal, I am appalled by the lack of accountability."
Alternatives: "I am shocked" or "I am horrified."

Dictionary

am appalled

verb

To depress or discourage with fear; to impress with fear in such a manner that the mind shrinks, or loses its firmness; to inundate with sudden terror or horror; to dismay.

The sight appalled the stoutest heart.

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JEFFREY TOOBIN: I am appalled.

The New Yorker

I am appalled by it.

Independent

"I am appalled," Schoenberg said.

The Washington Post

I am appalled, once again.

The New York Times

I am appalled at the Newsquest manoeuvre.

The Guardian

"I am appalled at times; astonished, disappointed, anxious, worried.

The New York Times - Arts

As a father, uncle and brother, I am appalled.

The New York Times - Sports

[n.p.] Dearest, I am appalled- I stay appalled.

Cornell University

Group co-ordinator Janice Simmons said: "I am appalled.

The Guardian

I am appalled she should even raise the argument.

The New York Times

I am appalled by what has happened to Mba.

The Guardian - Opinion

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