impudence
Example Sentences
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This bathetic prelude is perhaps meant to communicate the man’s impudence, but it also readies the audience for a film of modest ambitions.
From New York Times
Even the House chaplain seemed to have had enough; in opening one session, she prayed, “Free us from intransigence and impudence.”
From Los Angeles Times
Winston Churchill, whose fiery resolve and puckish impudence led many to embrace him as an inspiring, authentic, if imperfect, leader, never set out to become an accomplished artist.
From New York Times
"Lost Illusions" shows how Lucien navigates this insular world with an arrogance and impudence.
From Salon
The Mariners provided ample run support to allow Gilbert to attack with impudence.
From Seattle Times
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