He has a child now and he wants her to grow up without facing ridicule because of his actions.

Now 43, he readily recalls moments when he hid his homosexuality rather than face public ridicule.

But no; if he did that, he'd have to face the laughter and ridicule of the community.

She was often mistaken for a girl and frequently had to face ridicule because of this.

Willingness to face ridicule was a hallmark of the group.

While facing ridicule from teachers she also faced bullying from other students (especially since she was not their age).

But others said the treaty provision applies to such treatment as parading them through the streets, where they might face ridicule or even violence.

And being a dwarf also sometimes means facing rude stares or ridicule.

Lawyers concerned with animal issues say civil rights and environmental lawyers faced ridicule, too.