almost patronizing

Examples (10)

• His explanation was delivered in an almost patronizing tone.
• She found his sudden helpfulness to be almost patronizing.
• The way the manager spoke to the new interns sounded almost patronizing.
• He gave me an almost patronizing smile when I asked the simple question.
• The article's simplified language felt almost patronizing to its educated readers.
• The teacher's constant praise for basic tasks became almost patronizing.
• There was an almost patronizing quality to his advice that rubbed me the wrong way.
• Her concern for my financial situation seemed almost patronizing at times.
• The instructions were written in a style that was almost patronizing.
• He has an almost patronizing attitude toward anyone who isn't an expert.