cynical

Example Sentences

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“There may have a been a cynical calculation that one can work with them.”

From Los Angeles Times

“I don’t want to get too cynical, but I couldn’t really say that I feel like the city or county or state government have helped,” Griffin said.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. McNally, who himself has a facial difference, captures the smart, savvy and just slightly cynical voice of Auggie with impressive ease.

From The Wall Street Journal

Though Charlie is handsome and clever, he is a horrible person who meets all attempts to help him with the same cynical disdain.

From The Wall Street Journal

“My Undesirable Friends” is scary but somehow not cynical.

From Los Angeles Times