trolls

1. In Norse mythology , repulsive dwarfs who lived in caves or other hidden places. They would steal children and property but hated noise. The troll in the children's story “The Three Billy Goats Gruff,” for example, lives under a bridge and is enraged when he hears the goats crossing the bridge.

Example Sentences

Former New York Rep. George Santos thinks criticism of President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial Cabinet picks is “f**king hilarious” and blames “Democrat trolls” for the healthy dose of backlash.

From Salon

But before the dance, Ghouri, who was born deaf and uses a cochlear implant, became visibly emotional as she told viewers about online trolls who made videos about the way she speaks.

From BBC

On at least one occasion, the Russian trolls seemed to work directly with a U.S. congressman.

From Salon

“I feel like we have allowed trolls in social media to frame the narrative of what the story is. And it’s unacceptable,” White said.

From Los Angeles Times

Engelbert added that she advises players to ignore social media trolls.

From Los Angeles Times