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disrespectful

[dis-ri-spekt-fuhl] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt fəl /


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The ride has received comments on social media calling it "disrespectful" and "odd".

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

He condemned the other parties for not fielding candidates, saying it was "disrespectful to Clacton".

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

“When you call somebody dangerous, and then your whole ad campaign is about how you’re disrespectful to women, let’s ask what they’re playing to,” he said.

From Slate Jul. 30, 2026

Amarilla said in her letter that her remarks were made in anger over what she perceived as Mbappé’s disrespectful behavior toward the Paraguayans before, during and after the game.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

She spoke up in class, buoyed by the books she read, thrilled that she could disagree with professors, and get, in return, not a scolding about being disrespectful but an encouraging nod.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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