poor taste
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Other social media users called the clip "insensitive", "triggering" and in "poor taste".
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2026
Mr. Carr also threatened action against ABC affiliates after late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel made a joke in poor taste about Charlie Kirk.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 18, 2025
Others lambasted instant coffee for its lack of aromatics, poor taste and ability to consistently produce only an “OK” cup of coffee.
From Salon ● Nov. 6, 2025
Superstar Limo at California Adventure was conceived as a ride in which paparazzi would chase celebs, a concept deemed in poor taste in the wake of the death of Princess Diana.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2025
“You will find, Karen,” Mary Anne said as she watched her mother climb the last stairs, “that poor taste is a lot more fun than good taste. Good taste is real boring.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
