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aloof

[uh-loof] / əˈluf /


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The big news in recent decades of Shakespeare studies is that the Bard was not as aloof as his statue’s height and location would lead you to believe.

From The Wall Street Journal

The absence of policy initiatives and a record-setting government shutdown lend the impression of an aloof and listless GOP.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yet, this is a character who hates pity and I can’t help but admire that Ramsay faces down today’s phonily upbeat and relatable motherhood discourse with this boogey-mom who keeps herself aloof.

From Los Angeles Times

The interview painted a picture of an entitled royal who was aloof and arrogant.

From The Wall Street Journal

During that time, her role evolved from one-on-one advocate to legislative reformer, from shielding individual survivors from an aloof and demoralizing system to changing that system itself.

From The Wall Street Journal