in contempt of
Example Sentences
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After losing the suit, Johnson did not cooperate with efforts to track down his claimed assets and was found in contempt of court.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
A further hearing on the matter is scheduled for May 22, when environmental groups will ask Geck to find Sable in contempt of court for starting up the pipelines without required state permission.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
The judge has said he would decide on another day whether he would hold Homeland Security officials in contempt of court.
From BBC • May 21, 2025
Fine was held in contempt of court and ordered to attend anger management courses late last year after he made obscene gestures at a judge.
From Salon • Apr. 2, 2025
Cheesethief spat upon the ground in contempt of Killconey, knowing there was not much chance of promotion for himself.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
