petulance

Example Sentences

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Tom has a more pressing motive than soothing petulance over illustrations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Musk’s petulance doesn’t demand a great deal of investigation.

From Barron's • Dec. 8, 2025

Olson’s penchant for petulance, spite and sass while still remaining loveable — See: Fox’s short-lived "The Mick."

From Salon • May 16, 2025

The trial’s opening act will likely feature much the same brand of petulance and vituperation from the defendant, now redirected to the jury selection process.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2024

He heard the petulance in his own voice.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke