disrespect

Example Sentences

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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

Not worrying about what others think of you reveals a selfishness, a lack of empathy, a disrespect for your professional environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

“Ah, sir,” said Winky, shaking her head, “ah sir, meaning no disrespect, sir, but I is not sure you did Dobby a favor, sir, when you is setting him free.”

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling