unsocial

Example Sentences

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If being social is good for us, why do we choose to be so unsocial?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

They pointed out much of the overtime was done during unsocial hours, adding these were “highly-trained and experienced professionals” so it was reasonable for them to value their time “at appropriate rates”.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2024

However, a spokeswoman said the successful firms had submitted bids "within a pre-determined bid range set by the trusts" and the pay rates reflected factors like covering unsocial hours.

From BBC • May 15, 2023

As Letterman would walk and run onto the stage, Kalter would introduce him with a sarcastic flair as “the king of unsocial media,” “nocturnal rainforest mammal” and other monikers.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2021

As I knew him to be of a rather sullen, unsocial disposition, I said nothing to him, but proceeded on my way. 

From Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery by Borrow, George Henry