subversiveness

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Even within this lurks a subversiveness, since "Sinners" points to chronicles informing how we've arrived at this version of our present that those working to re-establish segregation want to bury or erase.

From Salon • May 2, 2025

Just enough, I’d say, and I would add that I don’t think “Barbie’s” worth is ultimately predicated on its subversiveness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2024

With great subversiveness, Portis consistently abjured America’s postwar fetishes for progress, social mobility and affluence.

From Washington Post • Apr. 13, 2023

The Seattle Times spoke with Spiegelman over Zoom about revisiting this memoir, censorship and subversiveness, and the multiple meanings of the word “breakdowns.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 14, 2022

The subversiveness of Mr. Leath's opinions was enhanced by the distinction of his appearance and the reserve of his manners.

From The Reef by Wharton, Edith