roguery

Example Sentences

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But if publishing building safety standards online is an act of roguery, it is time for the courts to take a hard look at what copyright is for.

From Washington Times • Jun. 26, 2019

The roguery and raillery are in place, and he has a pleasing way with a song, but his instincts for clowning undermine his suavity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2019

He looks upon the Trojan War, and all the warriors who risk their lives in it, with a vision that strips all noble motives away and sees only lechery, roguery, and knavery.

From The New Yorker • Aug. 9, 2016

It combined his characteristic psychological acumen with a bit of graphic roguery.

From New York Times • Aug. 8, 2015

For a time, we were entertained by Will and John's ready store of wit and comic roguery as they engaged each other in kicking games.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson