selfish

Example Sentences

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My distrustful and selfish brother was named as the executor of my late parents’ estate.

From MarketWatch

The way back is for Lady Danbury to seek out a lady-in-waiting to keep Her Majesty company when she is away - but she questions if she is selfish for trying to put herself first.

From BBC

Their results, published in Science, show that although the role of these proteins remains the same, protecting chromosome ends, the proteins themselves are constantly evolving to defend against selfish DNA.

From Science Daily

As well as her gradual modernising touch, she has also won fans for her attention to what she calls "selfish" details, hidden touches of luxury such as a lambskin-lined pocket.

From Barron's

"Their selfish and reckless actions placed themselves, their passengers and all other road users in danger."

From BBC