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uncooperative

ADJECTIVE
not cooperative
Synonyms
Antonyms


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Still, he said they worked hard to create boundaries and hold those lines despite the fire’s ballooning acreage, up to 30-foot flames in some areas and the uncooperative weather conditions.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

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

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

Or don’t sign, and risk being labeled uncooperative or unaccountable.

From Salon Apr. 23, 2026

Some are mentally soothed by repeating specific words or phrases, a phenomenon known as echolalia, which can be misinterpreted by someone unfamiliar with the trait as mocking or uncooperative.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 1, 2026

The action, sniffed the conservative Morning Herald, betrayed “an unbecoming and uncooperative spirit.”

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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