obstreperous

Example Sentences

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They see children as fascinating and try mightily to connect with them — even when the most obstreperous toddler throws a tantrum in their path.

From Washington Post

Mr. Biden, who has already met with another obstreperous American adversary, President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, has not yet announced a face-to-face with Mr. Xi.

From New York Times

The elder Prescott hopes Teddy will soak up some practical business experience, but Ruthie offers his services to the Parlonis, obstreperous retirees whose personal assistants seem to come and go through a revolving door.

From Washington Post

Lifting weights is nothing compared to wrestling those obstreperous facial muscles during a meeting.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s going to depend on how obstreperous they become,” Biden told reporters last summer.

From The Guardian