contempt
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He then issued an injunction claiming to prohibit the hospital from seeking relief in the federal courts that oversee Rhode Island under threat of contempt.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
One veteran of Whitehall's corridors told me: "The contempt for the civil service, now amply reciprocated, has left the means by which politicians implement their policy frightened and wary."
From BBC • May 16, 2026
The electoral challenge followed a courtroom conflict in which Olson held Haymon in contempt.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
“You’re forcing my hand to issue contempt sanctions,” Vera said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Jam snapped, her words heavy with contempt laid over a skeleton of fear.
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
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