snide

Example Sentences

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Mr. Holmes does not quote Auden’s snide remark, but in some ways his book addresses the modern snobbism that shadows Tennyson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

But where “The Monkey’s” snide sense of humor about its kills quickly grew smug, this time Perkins’ light touch — even during the most frightening moments — gives this slight film just the right proportionality.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

My measly basket is filled with nothing but candy, earning a few snide looks from my cashier.

From Salon • Sep. 13, 2025

I told her the agency, and she said, “So it’s really me paying for it” in a somewhat snide tone of voice.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2024

Wintergreen was a snide little punk who enjoyed working at cross-purposes.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller