pettiness
Example Sentences
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It is possible that Mr. McCarthy’s pettiness could redound to the political benefit of his fellow Californian.
From Washington Post
The breadth, pettiness and audacity of Santos’s lies may well set him apart from his colleagues, but so do his sweaters.
From Washington Post
The pettiness described in “Spare” is staggering, with inane disputes over lip gloss rising to near-constitutional crises.
From Los Angeles Times
The writing at times drips with anger and occasionally pettiness.
From BBC
After the moment of pettiness passed, James spoke about the challenges in trying to repeat as champion, something Georgia can do Monday night at SoFi Stadium.
From Los Angeles Times
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