rudeness

Example Sentences

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Purely as entertainment, it is inert; the story, about a family in mourning, features histrionics worthy of grand opera and a level of rudeness that could peel paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Their work looks at themes including "the constructed self through the lens of rudeness" and rudeboy culture, a Jamaican subculture.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2025

The poll found the largest gap in perceived rudeness was between those of different ages.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2025

“While rudeness has always existed, the sheer opportunity for rudeness has increased significantly,” Dyas wrote.

From Salon • Dec. 23, 2023

Mr. Darcy felt their rudeness, and immediately said,—

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen