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to scoff
01
verachten, verspotten
to express contempt or derision by mocking, ridiculing, and laughing at someone or something
Example
When she suggested the unconventional solution, her colleagues scoffed at the idea, dismissing it as impractical.
As the new intern presented their proposal, some senior employees could n't help but scoff at what they deemed as naive suggestions.
Despite the expert 's well-researched findings, there were critics who continued to scoff at the validity of the study.
02
verachten, beschimpfen
treat with contemptuous disregard
03
verschlingen, schlingen
to eat something quickly and greedily, often with little regard for manners
InformalExample
He scoffed the entire pizza before anyone else had a chance to grab a slice.
The kids scoffed their ice cream cones before they melted in the heat.
She scoffed the sandwich in just a few bites, not even stopping to talk.
Scoff
01
Spott, Verachtung
showing your contempt by derision
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