It is but refusing to gratify an unreasonable or an insolent demand, and up starts a patriot.
Robert WalpoleProfessor Snape: Why you insolent, little... Professor Lupin: ...Professor.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanWe appreciate frankness from those who like us. Frankness from others is called insolence.
Andre MauroisMy love...you were insolent to a dragon? Please tell me that I misheard you just now.
Dragon Guardian: FireBecause of the insolence of all the white race he was afraid to lose his dignity in friendliness.
The Heart is a Lonely Hunter