outrageousness

Example Sentences

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To appreciate fully the outrageousness of this fishing expedition, remember the original setting for the Smith probe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

But I think that’s, going back to Truman, why he was such a breath of fresh air, that irreverence and the silliness, the games, the outrageousness of him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2024

If sales go as well as hoped, many will take it as an indicator that Musk’s outrageousness is the reason why his brand continues to succeed.

From Slate • Jul. 31, 2023

Their point is serious, but they relish bringing satire and outrageousness to the fight.

From BBC • May 19, 2023

That Nicholas had lost his youthful outrageousness did not surprise Obinze; what surprised him was the loss of even the smallest memory of it.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie