intemperate

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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

And the signs are pointing to his becoming even more arrogant and more intemperate in his behavior.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2022

Before the postcard was delivered to New York, it was read by Russian censors, and Bobby’s intemperate response found its way into the Soviet press.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady