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cynical

Definition for cynical

adjective as in nonbelieving; doubtful

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It could be a landmark that ends the cynical use of race by both major parties to advance their partisan interests.

Both as actor and character — jaded, cynical, satisfied — he’s the series’ sane old pro, who will instruct Noa in the art of taking a cigarette break without a cigarette.

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In a post on X following the attack, Zelensky wrote that the "cynical and calculated attack" targeted civilian and energy infrastructure.

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No law permits this cynical manipulation of the courts.

One thing that doesn’t come standard on the “Standard” models is Tesla’s Autopilot driver assistance, which is a potentially “cynical” decision, Weaver said.

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