derogative

Example Sentences

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The man also shouted “Down with Macronie,” a term sometimes used derogatively to refer to Mr. Macron’s administration.

From New York Times

But how bad is the situation in the “real America”, ie that vast space between the coasts that is sometimes, derogatively, referred to as “the flyover states”?

From The Guardian

Well, it's a nickname that social media users have coined for President Xi, which is often used derogatively.

From BBC

He developed a close relationship with President Vladimir Putin, and has been derogatively called “Putin’s cook.”

From Seattle Times

Mr. Thurston interjected, he told The Miami Herald, and asked Mr. Artiles to clarify if he had in fact used a derogative racial term.

From New York Times