selfish

Example Sentences

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There’s not much comic zing in the idea that a handful of selfish families rule the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

It’s true that the American cost of living is getting worse — so much for “affordability”! — and it’s human nature to focus on what’s right in front of us, selfish as that may be.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Former Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson, at the game for BBC Radio 5 Live, said Tudor's decision to replace Kinsky so early was "soul-destroying" for the keeper - and labelled Tudor's actions "selfish".

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

For those people that do cover up their dog poo—I believe that’s just anti-social, selfish behavior, and I don’t know how to enforce picking up after dogs besides reporting someone’s name.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

Some of the meaner mice told him their mothers said Ralph was spoiled and selfish and would probably turn out to be no good when he grew up.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary