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impertinence

[im-pur-tn-uhns] / ɪmˈpɜr tn əns /


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Divided by competing urges to “join in and stand out,” the dandy exaggerates style to the point of satire and social impertinence.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 15, 2026

Other meta impertinence plays directly to screen junkies.

From Salon Jun. 17, 2023

At some moments, this prequel series matches the goofy impertinence that made 1978’s “Grease” feature so lovable.

From Los Angeles Times May 30, 2023

Toney's first goal in his side's win over Brighton was nothing short of impertinence.

From BBC Oct. 16, 2022

“For that bit of impertinence you may polish the coal stove tomorrow. This room is the perfect place for a noisy, I might say badly spoiled, little tyrant to have his sulks in private.”

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer




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