derisory

Example Sentences

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Notwithstanding the derisory mood of the 1970s, the sense of loss and of destiny denied would arrive much later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"All too often, the sentences handed down against the perpetrators of antisemitic offences and crimes seem derisory," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Kevin Lindsay, Scotland organiser for Aslef, previously warned that train drivers were likely to launch industrial action due to the "derisory" pay offer from ScotRail.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2024

The NASUWT's Justin McCamphill also told BBC News NI that the latest pay offer was "derisory".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2023

"Come and shew yer ticket o' leave," urged Culling with derisory finger outstretched to indicate the forces of law and order.

From The Sixth Sense A Novel by McKenna, Stephen