Example Sentences

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Japan has disdained power projection since its defeat in 1945 partly in deference to such historical memories.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2023

One such potential choice, former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, has disdained false modesty by suggesting that she would be an “excellent running mate” for the former vice president.

From Washington Times • Apr. 29, 2020

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970 — yes, youngsters, that’s pre-ESPN, but it was a big deal – there have been few coaches Couch Slouch has disdained more than Carroll and Belichick.

From Washington Post • Jan. 25, 2015

A spokesman for Carlos Slim offered no comment, although in the past, the Mexican tycoon has disdained such competitions.

From The Guardian • Mar. 10, 2010

Since Sigismond has disdained to be our king, we also must not acknowledge him as such; and from this moment we should no longer consider ourselves as his subjects.

From Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 by Disraeli, Isaac