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disingenuous

[dis-in-jen-yoo-uhs] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈdʒɛn ju əs /


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Sure, it was another grift, as well as fatalistic and totally disingenuous.

From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026

He also took aim at what he called disingenuous industry rhetoric that cast any caution around AI as unpatriotic.

From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026

She said it would be "disingenuous" of the industry to suggest that a VAT cut would all be passed through to lower consumer prices.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

“It’s a bit disingenuous that everyone is suddenly concerned now. The real concern is people realizing how popular the product is and how much attention it might pull from traditional futures.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026

If I feel they have ulterior motives or are the slightest bit disingenuous, I try to shelter the kids from them.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers




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