derisory

Example Sentences

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Notwithstanding the derisory mood of the 1970s, the sense of loss and of destiny denied would arrive much later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"All too often, the sentences handed down against the perpetrators of antisemitic offences and crimes seem derisory," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

The Nipsa union, which represents the vets, said their walkout was over a "decision to impose a derisory pay award of £552" for civil service staff.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2023

The fresh dates were in response to a "derisory" 6% pay rise, said the BMA, a trade union for doctors.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2023

The term astrology had none of the unfortunate or derisory signification that it has at the present time.

From The Popes and Science The History of the Papal Relations to Science During the Middle Ages and Down to Our Own Time by Walsh, James J.