disinterest

Example Sentences

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The casual word “untitled” was pretty common in art, but it possesses an air of disinterest that seems anathema in the vicinity of a Therrien.

From Los Angeles Times

His antics, from dressing down to ignoring his boss to cleaning fish at his desk, and total disinterest in work only prove he has upper management potential, sort of like a cubicle Patrick Bateman.

From Salon

Shifter described abstention in Cuba as a complex phenomenon that could reflect discontent with the government’s “bad performance” and “apathy or disinterest.”

From Seattle Times

He was withdrawn, showing a disinterest in talking, eating and the usual banter with aides.

From Washington Times

The disinterest trickled to the gyms, where careers are hatched.

From Los Angeles Times