disinterest

Example Sentences

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“It’s not out of disinterest on our part,” Hall adds — a slight caveat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

“It is clear that persistent failures like this are born out of this Board’s lack of experience in creative businesses, disinterest in product development and quality, and focus on short-term, self-interested priorities,” he continued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

"The problem is disinterest from all governments since 2011," Zabtia said.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

Johnson feels the claims of disinterest are unfair.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

Padva greets them with the practiced disinterest she reserves for pretty young things, but warms when they enthusiastically compliment her hair and jewels and dress.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern