uncooperative

Example Sentences

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Bilton called Pelley uncooperative in a termination letter sent to the host.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

At the time, group members were uncooperative and gave conflicting testimony, according to Colton Police Sgt.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Initially, the department said it was punishing Italian pasta companies because they were being uncooperative with its investigation, citing problems that ranged from missing information to untranslated Italian words in the companies’ submissions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

He admitted to being the most "uncooperative kid in school" but discovered a taste and a talent for athletics.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025

When called upon to play the bear and carry off the maiden fair, he had been sullen and uncooperative, shuffling lifelessly through his paces when he deigned to take part in their mummery at all.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin