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disrespect

[dis-ri-spekt] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt /


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“I spent a lot of time on it making sure it was perfect because I didn’t want to disrespect the language, because it’s so beautiful,” Beyoncé told People en Español that year.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

“It shows absolute disrespect for the court, for the jury, for this entire process,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 24, 2026

"Systematic maintenance efforts are being carried out" to prevent "any disrespect toward the commemorative statues", and to ensure "future generations can continue to study Myanmar's historical heritage in a correct and appropriate manner", she added.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

If we treat the women in our lives with disrespect and deceit, we aren’t exactly the picture of a feminist ally.

From Slate Jun. 2, 2026

“You shirk your duties on purpose and leave your work for others to do. You disrespect me and what I do for you.”

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo

To rely on acquitted conduct disrespects the jury’s role and undermines public faith in our criminal-justice system.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 9, 2025

Yes, I’m biased against anyone who’s that uncivil, especially when he disrespects facts or — worse — is a pathological liar.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 10, 2025

And the more Sue disrespects the week on/week off balance, the more Elisabeth will suffer varicose veins, thinning, graying hair, sagging breasts, and other indignities of aging.

From Salon Sep. 20, 2024

“He has disgraced his country and disrespects everyone around him because he is a sad individual who is mad about how his miserable life has turned out.”

From Washington Times Dec. 25, 2023

He was a runaway and a thief and a liar, and if there was a word for someone who disrespects a monk in his own temple, he was that, too.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat

Iglesias, 82, called the accusations "absolutely false", saying he had never "abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman".

From Barron's Sep. 4, 2026

"Those students who are currently studying in those areas are feeling very disheartened, they're felling ignored and they're feeling quite disrespected."

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

A second crisis hit Flavio's campaign when his stepmother, Michelle Bolsonaro, posted an Instagram video saying he had "disrespected me and mistreated me ... he said I didn't understand anything about politics."

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

“I’ve always felt very loved by the people of Mexico. I’ve never disrespected anyone,” he said during an interview with “Simplemente Fútbol.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

“When you feel disrespected, how does that make you feel?”

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater

It respects the people around me without disrespecting myself.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 15, 2026

Critics accused him of disrespecting the cultural significance of the scene.

From BBC May 27, 2026

In doing so, he will be disrespecting the wishes of his wife.

From MarketWatch Nov. 17, 2025

When addressing someone they look down on or are disrespecting, the Yautja use wul, while someone they respect would be addressed as dau.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 10, 2025

“I think you are the one who is disrespecting me,” Kaede countered, hot with anger.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo




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