become patronizing

Frequency: 5.04.1 per million words

Indicates a change to a state of being condescending.

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Examples (10)

  • As the manager gained more power, he started to become patronizing toward his subordinates.
  • Try not to become patronizing when you are explaining simple concepts to beginners.
  • The conversation turned sour when her helpful advice began to become patronizing.
  • He didn't realize that his attempt to be supportive had actually become patronizing.
  • It is easy for experts to become patronizing without even intending to be.
  • The politician's tone started to become patronizing as the interview grew more tense.
  • She noticed her colleague was starting to become patronizing during the team meeting.
  • If you become patronizing, people will stop listening to your valid points.
  • The teacher was careful not to become patronizing while correcting the students' mistakes.
  • I hope I don't become patronizing as I get older and more experienced in this field.