He was probably the best cowboy among the applicants, but he had a surly attitude which irritated Garrett.

It's just that his surly attitude and gruff nature embodied the very ideal she held up for what a master should be like.

I regret only that you have taken so surly an attitude in this matter.

Despite a strong spring, Hayes carries some excess baggage, including extra pounds around his waist and the reputation of having a surly attitude.

She learned to channel her feelings, and her surly attitude became an armor that protected her.

He took a surly, sullen and arrogant attitude while giving his evidence.

The Smiths are soon faced with a variety of challenges from the boys ranging from their surly attitude, to a fire.

They cite occasional aloofness, a surly attitude and naivete.

On talk radio and in the sports pages around the country, he was being blamed for everything from overpriced athletes to players' surly attitudes.

Meanwhile, Jeff's surly attitude and decreased desire to be in the contest is noticed by his father.