priggish

Example Sentences

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But when public health and safety are at stake, this standard becomes priggish.

From Scientific American

Evans and Eagan expose the seams in Ransom’s attire, the ways he cloaks himself in priggish privilege.

From The New Yorker

Even with her sharp, new-ish bob and architectural wardrobe, Shiv is still a spoiled, priggish little girl who throws tantrums if she can’t get her way, and her accessories betray her true nature.

From The New Yorker

A trial ensued, depressing Kipling, the less popular character in the courtroom, where he appeared a “priggish killjoy.”

From New York Times

The way you describe yourself, it’s almost as if you thought you were priggish.

From New York Times