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derogatory

[dih-rog-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / dɪˈrɒg əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /


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She added, “To its credit, the Government does not defend President Trump’s derogatory statements. No one rationally could.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Davidson has coprolalia, which results in involuntary outbursts of swear words or socially inappropriate and derogatory remarks.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

I grew up calling it elaichi with such disdain that those unfamiliar with its English translation would’ve thought it was something utterly derogatory.

From Salon • Jan. 25, 2026

The league said it “condemns all forms of discrimination and derogatory behavior directed towards any group or individual.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

Considering its content, the signature on this derogatory letter is outrageous, “With love, truly your friend, Margaret Fox.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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