as in arrogance
the attitude or behavior of people who believe they are more intelligent or better than other people
The author discusses the politics of the region without condescension.
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Recent Examples of condescension
The party’s frequent slide into condescension precludes huge numbers of Americans from listening to its positive message.
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Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 7 Nov. 2024
Lipton exactly titrates condescension and concern as the front man for a robot quartet performing to a humanity that mistrusts its own machines.
—The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2024
The truth is, no amount of communication can overcome the barrier of condescension, and there’s no place for condescension in a Democratic Party that wants to reach our diverse citizenry.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 7 Nov. 2024
But maybe setting the bar high was a sign of respect for her audience, rather than condescension.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024
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Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 7 Nov. 2024
Lipton exactly titrates condescension and concern as the front man for a robot quartet performing to a humanity that mistrusts its own machines.
—The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2024
The truth is, no amount of communication can overcome the barrier of condescension, and there’s no place for condescension in a Democratic Party that wants to reach our diverse citizenry.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 7 Nov. 2024
But maybe setting the bar high was a sign of respect for her audience, rather than condescension.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for condescension
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condescension
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Trump’s Comments About The Panama Canal Trump remarked that the United States should regain control of the Panama Canal, a statement that evoked arrogance and colonialism in the past.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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The historical 'attitude' (arrogance) in his acting has fueled MAGA, and his endorsements of Trump are undeniably overbearing and irrational.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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The elder Richards was an outspoken feminist who was given to salty one-liners, and who was open about her struggle with alcoholism and her disdain for phoniness, even in her own party.—
Jonathan Van Meter,
Vogue,
20 Jan. 2025
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The conservative movement is, increasingly, driven by disdain for expertise and experience in science, medicine, government and more.—
Meredith Blake,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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That sense of superiority, while warranted, has been a problem for Tomás and his family in the past.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
24 Jan. 2025
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Armstrong even noted bitcoin’s superiority over gold regarding divisibility and portability.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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This trend seemed to forecast a decline in reggaetón’s dominance within Latin music circles.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
22 Jan. 2025
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To keep America and its allies ahead of emerging threats, Lockheed Martin is delivering and advancing unmatched air dominance solutions focused on technological innovation — where pilots and drones soar together.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
22 Jan. 2025
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Competition from online sellers, high inflation and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have caused retail players across America to shrink, declare bankruptcy or even close for good in recent years.—
Maria Sole Campinoti,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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The number one reason cited was inflation, which has impacted their personal finance habits.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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Regarding distribution prospects in India, Churi expressed optimism about changing audience attitudes.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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My jokes are Mike Franks’, my attitude is Mike Franks.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Condescension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condescension. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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