as in willful
behaving in a way that is not properly controlled, organized, serious, etc.; lacking discipline
He has been very undisciplined about studying. undisciplined children
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Trump has been able to remain the dominant figure in the news, at least until Biden’s debate debacle, without the oversaturation of 2016 and 2020.
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To be sure, Trump remains an undisciplined candidate compared to virtually anyone else.
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W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 July 2024
What the Voice was, inarguably, was shaggy, sometimes under-edited, alternately vigorous and undisciplined and brilliant and exhausting and fun.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 4 June 2024
Virgo could also find this Fire sign’s innate spontaneity reckless and undisciplined, leading to frustration on both sides.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024
The penalties and undisciplined play will not be tolerated.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 May 2024
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W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 July 2024
What the Voice was, inarguably, was shaggy, sometimes under-edited, alternately vigorous and undisciplined and brilliant and exhausting and fun.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 4 June 2024
Virgo could also find this Fire sign’s innate spontaneity reckless and undisciplined, leading to frustration on both sides.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024
The penalties and undisciplined play will not be tolerated.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 May 2024
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Last week, the state had asked Kendrick to plead guilty to conspiracy to violate Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and willful participation in street gang activity.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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As such, this cohort feels that white supremacy can be a confusing emphasis if not willful misdirection.Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
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The points this story makes about the human capacity for empathy, who merits collective forgiveness, and the stubborn persistence of the death penalty are discomfiting.Sarah Weinman, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
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The brewery is known for its stubborn commitment to the ancient brewing method called Yamanai, which increases the nuanced, profound umami in sake in exchange for a more laborious, manual process.Akiko Katayama, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Despite the massive show of support, one relative -- the brothers' uncle, Milton Andersen -- is adamant about keeping them behind bars.Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2024
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But supporters of Trump's mass deportation plan are adamant that folks who may have overstayed visas or who are living in the country illegally should be deported.Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2024
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Tired of the toxic culture within the group, Veronica teams up with her rebellious new boyfriend, J.D. (played by Christian Slater), and things quickly spiral out of control as their plot to take down the Heathers turns deadly.Jane LaCroix, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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Her funny dynamics with her siblings were more than relatable with Justin (David Henrie) as the smart, trustworthy kind of uptight eldest sibling, Alex, as the middle child with a rebellious spirit, and Max (Jake T. Austin) as the funny and a bit dumb younger brother.Stephanie Andrade, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2024
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Fans might be willing to pay hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to attend the games of their favorite teams, but the high ticket prices are not as much of a deterrent to unruly behavior.Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
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For a long time, Martha Stewart kept the lid on the more unruly details of her personal life sealed tight.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Sexism And Verbal Aggression Likely To Increase Women in corporate leadership can expect to be on the receiving end of more aggressive, uncooperative communication from some men.Corinne Post, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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The report came in minutes after his truck was involved in a wild hit-and-run Authorities identify man killed in Orinda shooting The man refused to surrender, remained uncooperative and continued to threaten deputies for several hours.Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2024
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At any point, a willingness to be both selfish and disobedient would have saved her.Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 25 Sep. 2024
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In this view, disobedient journalists, scientific experts, officials, and judges are the enemy.Pippa Norris, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2021
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Inside the swanky The Soho Hotel in central London in June, just weeks before suddenly shutting down the payments system, Raanan had struck a defiant tone.Iain Martin, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Close’s Grandmother pees on a rock and arches her back, almost defiant in face of sunrise.Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Undisciplined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undisciplined. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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