mock salute

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A salute given in an insincere or disrespectful way.

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Examples (10)

  • He offered a mock salute to the retreating general.
  • The rebellious teenager gave a mock salute to his parents.
  • She couldn't help but offer a mock salute to the absurdity of the situation.
  • The comedian ended his sketch with a sarcastic mock salute.
  • Instead of respect, he showed a mock salute to the authority figure.
  • His mock salute clearly indicated his disdain for the rules.
  • They exchanged mock salutes as a sign of playful disrespect.
  • The soldier was reprimanded for giving a mock salute during inspection.
  • She remembered his insolent mock salute as he walked away.
  • The crowd responded with a collective mock salute to the unpopular leader.