insincere
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Some students questioned this approach, saying it seemed insincere to say something just to appease someone.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
They’re insincere and elitist and out of touch and smug in many respects, from the perspective of a young man.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Peppering in phrases like “love bombing” and “disassociative” feels insincere.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025
Although multiple former Japanese leaders have offered their apologies and remorse, many South Koreans regard these sentiments as insincere or insufficient without formal acknowledgement.
From BBC • Aug. 4, 2025
“And I’m proud that I did. Those letters are insincere and dishonest Their only purpose is to bring glory to Colonel Cathcart.”
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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