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contempt

[kuhn-tempt] / kənˈtɛmpt /




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I firmly believe that kind of dismissive contempt is misguided.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

She also noted the government had failed to "tender an apology" to the commissioner or admit contempt.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

On social media, Rice has made no secret of her continued contempt for Becerra, a display that carries no small whiff of ax-grinding and score-settling.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Castillo, 43, was sentenced to nine years for contempt, assault, public disorder and desecrating national symbols.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“I must think a moment. A spirit of contempt for the fawners and plotters.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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