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Effrontery

Noun: effrontery

1. Shameless or audacious behavior that is disrespectful or insolent.

Example sentences:

• His effrontery in asking for a promotion after only a week on the job was outrageous.
• She had the effrontery to interrupt the CEO's speech with a loud yawn.

Noun: effrontery

2. Boldness or nerve exhibited in taking risks or facing challenging situations.

Example sentences:

• The mountaineer displayed great effrontery when he scaled the treacherous peak with no safety equipment.
• John's effrontery allowed him to speak up and challenge his boss's decision during the meeting.

Noun: effrontery

3. The impudence or arrogance shown in defying societal norms or expectations.

Example sentences:

• The politician had the effrontery to claim his corrupt actions were for the greater good of the country.
• Her effrontery in wearing a bikini to a formal event shocked the conservative attendees.

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