The authors never bother to ask citizens why they have become cynical.

Stephen has become much too cynical in the years he's been away.

"Tragic to see one so young become so cynical at such an early age."

The industry has become a bit cynical about vintages of late.

They shudder at the thought of becoming bitter or cynical.

Instead of becoming cynical, people seem to have become motivated.

But he resisted becoming cynical, never losing faith in the ability of police to do the right thing.

"With everything that's gone on at the state and national level, they've become cynical."

Why should we as a people have become so cynical?

"I worry about the students becoming cynical too soon," she added.