unladylike
Example Sentences
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There was nothing unladylike to be found here, which was the point, but also the problem.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2022
Both activities went against her mother’s wishes, the first because she felt it was unladylike to sweat, the second because it signaled career aspirations other than marriage and motherhood.
From Washington Post ● May 22, 2017
When the novel was first published, Jane’s insubordination was regarded as rather shocking and unladylike.
From Slate ● Mar. 15, 2016
Again, at my house anyway, there was unladylike shouting at the television.
From US News ● Nov. 11, 2015
Lady Constance walked slowly back to her seat, lowered herself carefully, and heaved a most unladylike sigh.
From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood
