impertinent

Example Sentences

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It seemed almost impertinent to ask whether they believed a sustainable path for CTG was feasible in this uncertain environment, but the question needed to be asked.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2024

"All these questions are very impertinent, I know, but if there is still a feeling in your heart for me… you must let me know!"

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2024

I will not appear to condone the diminishment of any group at the expense of impertinent gestures toward another group for any reason, even when the law of the land appears to require it.’”

From Washington Times • Mar. 24, 2023

Ambassador Staffan Herrstrom was told that the "impertinent and ugly expression and images" about Erdogan and Turkey were unacceptable, Anadolu said.

From Reuters • Oct. 5, 2022

Emily wondered if they were being impertinent, for each twin seemed to behave as though his social obligations were halved.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan