ignorance
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Draper, who died Sept. 8 at the age of 98, had the self-confidence required to ask questions that might reveal his ignorance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Earlier this week, Israel's football governing body accused Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimmson of "ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity" regarding comments he made about facing Israel.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
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
Canadians have adjusted cheerfully to many decades of friendship, have welcomed booming trade partnerships and have endured Yank ignorance and condescension.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
I guess my ignorance was a continuing surprise to everyone in Coalwood.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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