intemperate

Example Sentences

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His intemperate public remarks sparked international outrage, creating crises his subordinates were forced to repair.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

They can start with the easy stuff, the often intemperate and poorly researched opposition to everything he does.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

As his critiques of Russia’s top military leaders grew more frequent and intemperate, he began to emerge as a public figure, insisting that his forces could do the job far better than the Russian regulars.

From New York Times • Jun. 24, 2023

She apologised around an hour later, saying her language had been "intemperate".

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2023

“Seeing him so intemperate, I knew you would not wish it. And I would not break my promise to you.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein