uncooperative

Example Sentences

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Still, he said they worked hard to create boundaries and hold those lines despite the fire’s ballooning acreage, up to 30-foot flames in some areas and the uncooperative weather conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Initially, the department said it was punishing Italian pasta companies because they were being uncooperative with its investigation, citing problems that ranged from missing information to untranslated Italian words in the companies’ submissions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Deputies searched the girl’s home in Vandenberg Village and spoke to her mother, but said the young girl was nowhere to be seen and that her mother was uncooperative in the investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

He admitted to being the most "uncooperative kid in school" but discovered a taste and a talent for athletics.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025

HARRY: Al—Albus, I’ve been exchanging owls with Professor McGonagall—she says you’re isolating yourself—you’re uncooperative in lessons—you’re surly—you’re — ALBUS: So what would you like me to do?

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling