look down on
Example Sentences
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Why do wealthy retirees look down on others?
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
The Romans look down on him, even as he does their bidding.
From Salon • Dec. 7, 2025
Do you look down on huge planes and boats and Beyoncé birthday parties?
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 6, 2025
It's likely that you have not heard of Taiwan's Hong Fu Industrial Group, but look down on a busy street and you may well see its products.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2025
Marv believes in it, and I realize I shouldn’t look down on that.
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
