disrespect

Example Sentences

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Raleigh said after the Arozarena snub that he meant no disrespect to his teammate and that he’s simply trying to put on a game face for an international competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

The unions still accused him of fostering disrespect.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

Kaufman stressed: "The defence does not disrespect the soul of any deceased person, nor does it make light of the loss of life."

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

"Nursing staff will not tolerate the disrespect of other years, when we were bottom of the pile," added Ranger.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Despite the ominous tone, and my better instincts, I’d countenanced enough inmate misbehavior and disrespect to feel invigorated by the thought that this is where it all stops.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover