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disrespectful

[dis-ri-spekt-fuhl] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt fəl /


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The short notice of the test China gave only a handful of countries was seen as disrespectful, she added.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

Amarilla said in her letter that her remarks were made in anger over what she perceived as Mbappé’s disrespectful behavior toward the Paraguayans before, during and after the game.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

Linda McCartney didn’t deserve any of the hate she received, but it’s a little disrespectful to try to compare her to working musicians who spent their lives working on their craft.

From Salon Jun. 23, 2026

Sybiga said on Friday he planned to return an award he received from Poland in 2022 after the "unjustified, impulsive and disrespectful" decision.

From Barron's Jun. 20, 2026

Plus the upbeat pop song playing through the speakers seems oddly disrespectful.

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan




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