1
as in vulgar
lacking in refinement or good taste
the ill-bred habit of chewing with the mouth open
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2
as in rude
showing a lack of manners or consideration for others
only an ill-bred, conceited person would demand that everyone cater to their whims
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Adjective
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Her involuntary outbursts cause Dupree to shout a number of things, such as comments about people around her and more vulgar language.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025 -
Nearly 100% of the first film’s grosses were made in the U.S. — so few expected the spooky sequel about a vulgar poltergeist to connect in the territories across the pond and beyond this time around either.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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For some, Bishop Budde’s words might seem radical, rude, inappropriate or offensive.—
Joanne M. Pierce,
The Conversation,
28 Jan. 2025
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Regarding the banker who wished to use profane language, managers who are rude to direct reports are still falling out of favor.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Trump — with his crass words and absurd policy proposals — has had progressives playing defense for nearly the last decade.—
Brea Baker,
refinery29.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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Of course, with Burr, there’s still plenty of lines crossed and joyously crass humor.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Such a thoughtless bride will not register the slight anyway.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps a bored retiree at home one New Year’s Eve will spot thoughtless kids shooting off fireworks one year.—
Penny Abeywardena,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Despite her growing empire and larger-than-life public persona, Rae is quick to dispel one common misconception.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
31 Jan. 2025
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Expert Explains In Viral Video By Lydia Patrick Life & Trends Reporter 0 An eye doctor has addressed a common source of confusion during routine eye exams, explaining how the process works in a now viral video.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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If your hair is dry, coarse, or textured, however, shampooing that often could dry it out, and double-cleansing isn’t always advised.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
28 Jan. 2025
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Similar to sandpaper, steel wool has various grades to choose from—ranging from super fine to extra coarse.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The Unity is a crude oil tanker that is 245.07 meters (approximately 804 feet) long and 42 meters (approximately 137 feet) wide, according to MarineTraffic.com.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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China’s crude oil imports fell nearly 2% in 2024, marking the first annual drop in two decades, except for during the Covid pandemic.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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Where DiCaprio is brash and wild and uncouth, Gladstone is understated, filled with a deep sadness but also a well of light and humor.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
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Masters of None The practice of interviewing government officials became commonplace in the United States by the 1880s, but was considered uncouth in parts of Europe through the end of the First World War.—
Harper's Magazine,
Harper's Magazine,
2 Aug. 2024
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“Ill-bred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ill-bred. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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