disparaging
Example Sentences
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A "Japan glazer" is "someone who puts everything that comes from Japan on a pedestal, while disparaging things that come from their own country", Louzembi said.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
A spokesperson for Flynn responded to detailed questions from ProPublica by disparaging experts who expressed concerns, texting, “LOL ‘EXPERTS.’”
From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026
After the Qatar World Cup, Infantino made many more headlines - from hosting plans and new tournaments to disparaging remarks about the behaviour of England fans.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
In November, Congress released dozens of emails she had exchanged with Epstein, including some disparaging President Trump, that sparked a panic among some Goldman executives.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026
He knew not to contradict him or ever say anything disparaging about Staten Island.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.