Example Sentences

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By trading for Luke Kennard, who is an excellent shooter but inadequate defender, it seems as though the Lakers will disregard defense in the hopes of outscoring opponents.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

“Denied,” Kaplan said “The jury will disregard everything Ms. Habba just said.”

From Salon • Jan. 18, 2024

But that does not mean they will disregard this week's summit.

From BBC • Jul. 26, 2023

Gotabaya has said he will disregard a U.N.

From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2019

"Under these circumstances I will disregard my palpable duty, and render the whole proceedings a farce, by sentencing you to a fine of forty shillings, or a month."

From The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 29, May 1893 An Illustrated Monthly by Various