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Discover LudwigThe phrase "article was ridiculed" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a situation where an article has been mocked or made fun of, often in a critical context.
Example: "The article was ridiculed by many readers for its lack of factual accuracy and poor argumentation."
Alternatives: "article was mocked" or "article faced derision".
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Mr. Bretz's article was ridiculed.
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He was ridiculed".
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At first this suggestion was ridiculed.
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Once again, she was ridiculed.
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She was ridiculed by the "seasoned" educators.
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