disparaging

Example Sentences

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A "Japan glazer" is "someone who puts everything that comes from Japan on a pedestal, while disparaging things that come from their own country", Louzembi said.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

She denied the disparaging accusations and in the 2013 interview said detractors believed she was a "soft target".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

A spokesperson for Flynn responded to detailed questions from ProPublica by disparaging experts who expressed concerns, texting, “LOL ‘EXPERTS.’”

From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026

Lasorsa was also ordered to delete any disparaging statements he’d made, according to the judgment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

As is the Chinese cook’s custom, my mother always made disparaging remarks about her own cooking.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan