Sentence examples for a contempt from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a contempt" is not correct in standard English usage.
The correct expression is "contempt" without the article "a," as contempt is an uncountable noun.
Example: "She looked at him with contempt after he made that remark."
Alternatives: "disdain" or "scorn."

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A contempt proceeding is sui generis.

Cornell University

They've demonstrated a contempt for the Constitution.

The New Yorker

But taken together, they reflect a contempt for compromise.

The New York Times - Books

To suggest otherwise would be a contempt of court.

The Guardian

A contempt of court hearing is scheduled for March 31.

The New York Times

The board plans to seek a contempt citation.

The New York Times

At that point a contempt proceeding could unquestionably and quite properly have been initiated.

Cornell University

It is argued that the articles did not constitute a contempt.

Cornell University

'Mr. Polakoff: Your Honor, if this is a contempt proceeding I respectfully request an adjournment.

Cornell University

A contempt for piety oozes from the indictment drawn up against AK.

The Economist

The two former entrepreneurs are facing a contempt charge in the bankruptcy case.

The New York Times

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