as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
disparaged polo as a sport for the idle rich
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Recent Examples of disparage
In her profile, LuPone also made disparaging remarks about Broadway actress Kecia Lewis.
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Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 May 2025
Analysts who study innovation have often disparaged China for its focus on process improvements—for example, finding more efficient ways to use robots on production lines—rather than the invention of entirely new concepts.
—David G. Victor, Foreign Affairs, 28 May 2025
Even President Trump, who routinely disparages his predecessor, offered support to Joe and Jill Biden Sunday.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 20 May 2025
Mama Joyce accused Tucker of being unable to care for Burruss financially and disparaged his mother.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 26 May 2025
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Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 May 2025
Analysts who study innovation have often disparaged China for its focus on process improvements—for example, finding more efficient ways to use robots on production lines—rather than the invention of entirely new concepts.
—David G. Victor, Foreign Affairs, 28 May 2025
Even President Trump, who routinely disparages his predecessor, offered support to Joe and Jill Biden Sunday.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 20 May 2025
Mama Joyce accused Tucker of being unable to care for Burruss financially and disparaged his mother.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disparage
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Congressional Republicans, many of whom had also grown annoyed with Musk over the last few months, have largely dismissed the billionaire’s fiery opposition to the bill.—
Phil Mattingly,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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For example, recent reports about the potential for automotive production to be curtailed due to rare earth mineral shortages should not be dismissed.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Water deeply early in the day and avoid overhead watering to allow foliage to dry before nightfall to minimize fungal diseases.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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The perception that Iran’s military strength is significantly diminished will raise questions about the stability of its political system.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Several Make America Great Again (MAGA) figures, such as Laura Loomer, are criticizing Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over his ties to the suspect in Saturday's deadly shooting.—
Mandy Taheri
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Following the opening match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta between Canada and Argentina, Argentina’s players and head coach Lionel Scaloni criticized the playing surface.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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This legislation would promote the St. Louis Cardinals and denigrate the Royals, who won two of three games last week at Busch Stadium. Schroer, who is representing St. Charles County, is either making a joke or doesn’t seem all that interested in tackling the difficult decisions in the state.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
9 June 2025
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Educate don't denigrate More than two-thirds of baby boomers want the next generation of inheritors to receive financial education to manage their inheritances responsibly.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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No artist, producer, director, or leader—regardless of legacy or celebrity—should be allowed to weaponize their platform to belittle, threaten, or devalue others without consequence.—
Joey Nolfi Published,
EW.com,
30 May 2025
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According to Richard, Diddy belittled and harassed the female contestants during filming.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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“Disparage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparage. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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