arrogant

Example Sentences

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And yet how many Americans haven’t stared down a hardwood alley with murderous intent, preparing to unload a polished missile against 10 arrogant pins?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

The ripples of the botched Watergate operation spoke to all of those arrogant enough to think they might be able to do it better.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

“This arrogant man came up to me with a cigar and said, ‘Let me guess, this is your old man’s car,’” said Vera.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

And that's not me being arrogant or blase in any way - it just felt quite normal.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Prosper could see the old Scipio returning, the stubborn, arrogant Scipio who would fight to get his way.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke