rudeness

Example Sentences

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Purely as entertainment, it is inert; the story, about a family in mourning, features histrionics worthy of grand opera and a level of rudeness that could peel paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

A prison key worker said he had come to the unit wanting to work on "reactions and perceptions of rudeness towards him".

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

The poll found the largest gap in perceived rudeness was between those of different ages.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2025

“While rudeness has always existed, the sheer opportunity for rudeness has increased significantly,” Dyas wrote.

From Salon • Dec. 23, 2023

“It’s a peace offering. You know, for before,” I said, flapping a hand that I hoped encompassed twelve years of general rudeness and animosity.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin