contumacy

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"This is the most outrageous case of contumacy I have ever seen," bellowed Lawyer Rogge, obtaining a recess until March 20.

From Time Magazine Archive

She was "busted" out of Bryn Mawr for "deplorable contumacy of conduct."

From Time Magazine Archive

Shelley and Sir William Sirs: Shelley was dismissed for contumacy.

From Time Magazine Archive

At length, in 1288, Nicholas IV. lost patience with this persistent contumacy.

From A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II by Lea, Henry Charles

I fear that your long silence and delay on this head is construed into contumacy and resistance.

From History of Prince Edward Island by Campbell, Duncan