show contempt

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to make it clear that you feel contempt

contemptVERB + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • He often shows contempt for rules he doesn't agree with.
  • She showed utter contempt for his apology by simply walking away.
  • The dictator consistently showed contempt for international law.
  • By ignoring his junior colleague's ideas, the manager showed clear contempt for their input.
  • Showing contempt for the court can result in immediate legal consequences.
  • Even though he disagreed, he was careful not to show contempt for her beliefs during the debate.
  • If you continue to show contempt for the company's safety regulations, you will face disciplinary action.
  • The veteran politician showed withering contempt for his opponent's naive proposal.
  • It is unwise to show contempt for traditions you do not yet understand.
  • The critic's review showed a deep contempt for mainstream cinema.