rebelliousness
Example Sentences
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Despite my rebelliousness, my parents’ work ethic had rubbed off.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Doherty, as Brenda, spent countless hours keeping us company on TV with an unforgettable and relatable portrayal of a teenage girl dealing with competing emotions — insecurity, angst and rebelliousness among them.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2024
First, I noticed the degree of rebelliousness exuded by several of them.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2024
Sadness, rebelliousness and a puckish sense of humor are there in her eyes.
From New York Times • Aug. 3, 2023
Teachers like Mr. Brown had spotted his intellect and tried to fan it, but others were annoyed by his wise-guy rebelliousness.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
