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discordant

[dis-kawr-dnt] / dɪsˈkɔr dnt /


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It’s odd and discordant with a strange magic all its own — a blessing in what’s otherwise a lame remix.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

Embracing AI can feel discordant for a generation that’s been told to stay away from the technology for classroom assignments.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 22, 2026

In her refusal to shy away from the grime and grit of Yuknavitch’s story, Stewart creates a startlingly raw atmosphere that ricochets between discordant and truly inspiring.

From Salon Jan. 1, 2026

Writer-director Michael Shanks plays their discordant musical taste like a minor joke among all the major reasons why their codependent relationship has hit the skids.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 18, 2025

The intense rhythm of drums and the discordant clang of cymbals could be heard from his seat, and he wondered if she was going to go deaf.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai




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