impertinence

Example Sentences

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Divided by competing urges to “join in and stand out,” the dandy exaggerates style to the point of satire and social impertinence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Admirers called them lively topicality and refreshing impertinence.

From New York Times • Jun. 14, 2023

Toney's first goal in his side's win over Brighton was nothing short of impertinence.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2022

Milch’s characters speak with the rhythms and patterns of people raised on Shakespeare and the King James Bible, a language short on contractions and spiced with a heavy dose of Yankee impertinence.

From Salon • May 31, 2019

“As if yesterday’s impertinence was not enough! Once again, Miss Lumley, it seems you are in receipt of mail.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood