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How do you use derision in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "derision" in a sentence:

Formal:

* The politician's proposal was met with derision from the opposition party.

* Her attempts to impress the crowd were met with derision and laughter.

* The author's new book was met with derision from literary critics.

Informal:

* He was the target of derision for his terrible singing voice.

* The children's clumsy attempts at playing soccer were met with derision from their older brother.

* The comedian's jokes were so bad, they were met with derision from the audience.

Figurative:

* The once-powerful company was now subject to the derision of its competitors.

* His ideas were met with such derision that they were quickly abandoned.

* The old, decrepit building stood as a monument to the derision of time.

Remember that derision implies a strong negative reaction, often involving mockery or scorn.

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