petulance

Example Sentences

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Tom has a more pressing motive than soothing petulance over illustrations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Musk’s petulance doesn’t demand a great deal of investigation.

From Barron's • Dec. 8, 2025

The trial’s opening act will likely feature much the same brand of petulance and vituperation from the defendant, now redirected to the jury selection process.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2024

Skipper Oli Norwood's powerful drive from long range pushed away by James Trafford and Cameron Archer blazed over from 12 yards before losing their heads with a show of petulance.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2023

‘But I want to focus on Mama’s words,’ I said, hating the petulance in my voice.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler