cynic

Example Sentences

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Given the state of the government's popularity, you don't have to be a cynic to ask if these sorts of promises will be enough to turn things round.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

A cynic might say that, like those hideous-slash-adorable dolls, brachy pups are a trendy accessory for young urbanites to parade about and post on Instagram.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

A cynic might argue that, like pumpkin-flavored treats appearing in stores during the first week of August, these successes are merely the product of early excitement for the Halloween season.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2025

But even a cynic might think that it would, for now, draw the line at the FTC.

From Slate • Sep. 22, 2025

“You, a self-professed cynic, are positing that the squirrel is a superhero.”

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo