dishonesty

Example Sentences

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A judge at the High Court in Edinburgh said the group had committed "sustained dishonesty" over a lengthy period of time.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

A questionable outlet, the company obtained the results through a methodology so shady it verged on outright dishonesty: They used a definition of “tradwife” that bears no resemblance to the term’s actual meaning.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Shocked by the initial assault, the press and the intellectual commentariat saw only official dishonesty and defeat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Issues around academic dishonesty, classroom surveillance, and harassment have been growing in recent years but have been exacerbated as students gain access to the controversial wearable.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

“Man, The Zed, you look well!” he said, his words aflame with dishonesty.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie