derisory

Example Sentences

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Notwithstanding the derisory mood of the 1970s, the sense of loss and of destiny denied would arrive much later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"All too often, the sentences handed down against the perpetrators of antisemitic offences and crimes seem derisory," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

She also described the offer of compensation to people living near the pylon route was "derisory".

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2025

Kevin Lindsay, Scotland organiser for Aslef, previously warned that train drivers were likely to launch industrial action due to the "derisory" pay offer from ScotRail.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2024

The slightest glance of amused and derisory intelligence passed between them as the Complete Sportsman plunged into the game.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, June 3, 1914 by Various