appear rude

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

to give the impression of being impolite.

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Examples (10)

  • It might appear rude if you don't acknowledge their presence.
  • His sudden departure made him appear rude to the hosts.
  • I wouldn't want to appear rude, but I have to leave now.
  • Did I appear rude when I interrupted your conversation?
  • To appear rude in such a formal setting is often unintentional.
  • She tried not to appear rude, despite her exhaustion.
  • Constantly checking your phone can appear rude during a meeting.
  • If you don't respond to the invitation, it will appear rude.
  • Her blunt honesty might appear rude to some, but she means well.
  • The abrupt tone of the email could easily appear rude to an unfamiliar reader.