impudence

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“The impudence of a bawd is modesty compared with that of a convert,” said George Savile, the first marquess of Halifax.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

Plus, so much of the post-defenestration discourse around Santos assumes that his impudence, on its own, opens the door to his next act: Perhaps a reality TV series?

From Salon • Dec. 29, 2023

WSU offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle made Smith pay for his impudence.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2023

It’s been a mixed bag, a chaotic blend of behind-the-scenes vulnerability, eager-to-please willingness, bro impudence and performed resistance.

From New York Times • Dec. 23, 2021

“I say nothing of which I am ashamed,” replied he, with lively impudence.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen