contempt
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“We have contempt tools, we have inherent contempt, we have criminal contempt,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
After spending almost three months in jail for civil contempt of court, I was freed after receiving my source’s permission to cooperate with the government’s investigation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Otero Alcantara, designated a prisoner of conscience by Amnesty International, was sentenced to five years in prison in 2022 for insulting national symbols, contempt and disturbing the public order.
From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026
Weston could be found in contempt of court if she breaches the agreement.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
I glance at her baby bump, shaking my head as a surprising swell of contempt fills my chest.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
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