not given to
Example Sentences
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As a cultural Christian — I’m the grandson of a minister and was raised Presbyterian, and was active while our daughters were young — I’m not given to quoting scripture.
From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026
For Evelyn tells his own story here, and he is not given to frank introspection.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025
Marlowe Sommer appeared furious over the handling of the evidence, which was not given to the defense, and dismissed the single charge against Baldwin.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2025
But this option was not given to Kwoyelo, who is yet to be sentenced.
From BBC • Aug. 13, 2024
When it came to fighting, Woundwort was not given to careful calculation.
From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams
