disinterested

Example Sentences

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Bickering or disinterested siblings and cousins often contribute to the demise of family associations with other famous companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Peter Henriques, an admirer of Washington who has recently published two insightful books on his character, writes that Washington “was not a ‘selfless’ man or one who was simply engaging in disinterested service.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

Shi also defended owners Fosun which has been accused of being disinterested by Wolves supporters.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

“They might not have the right skills, they might not have the physical strength and stamina. They might not be able to or they might be really disinterested in that kind of work.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

I asked, pretending to be disinterested enough not to remember their names.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool