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ignorance

[ig-ner-uhns] / ˈɪg nər əns /




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Another Kushner faux pas, this one perhaps reflecting his ignorance of European history: “There is no such thing in the world as forever enemies or forever allies.”

From Slate Sep. 8, 2026

“The principal problem with this list is the total ignorance about the work of independent journalism,” wrote Ramos, who has clashed publicly with Sheinbaum and her predecessor and mentor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

"Showing awareness could suggest a degree of mutual understanding," but feigning ignorance signals that the issue could become a key bargaining point in any future talks with Trump, Hong said.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

He said ignorance of the law was not an excuse, but he believed most people riding e-scooters did know they should not be using them on pavements and roads.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

“Roy Rogers is so a movie star,” I said, puzzled by her ignorance.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn




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