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hypocritical

[hip-uh-krit-i-kuhl] / ˌhɪp əˈkrɪt ɪ kəl /


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He described a potential boycott as "shameful and hypocritical".

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The lawsuit also alleged Cameron’s actions were hypocritical of his films’ messaging and detailed public backlash Cameron and the films faced for its depictions of Native groups.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Mom and dad are opting to scroll in secret lest they be accused of being hypocritical for telling their children to get off their screens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

Why you should let it fade: While the film’s premise is novel and the franchise is known for its big swings, the very existence of “Toy Story 5” feels too hypocritical.

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2026

It seems a little hypocritical, coming from a man who didn’t finish high school.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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