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frustration

[fruh-stray-shuhn] / frʌˈstreɪ ʃən /


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In recent years, chronic delays on German trains have become a constant source of frustration and a punchline.

From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026

By tapping into frustration with the state’s education system, Hinojosa said, she has been able to attract voters in a state where political loyalties run deep.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

However, there is a clear line between being angry about what happens on the racetrack and allowing that frustration to become physical.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026

While many job seekers have expressed skepticism and frustration about the role AI plays in reviewing their applications, LinkedIn confirmed the tool will never automatically reject anyone.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

“This map is highly detailed, but the hidden entrance does not appear to be on it,” Simon said in frustration.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

Bloomberg Law, which first reported the demotions, said Washington Field Office leadership was dissatisfied with the pace of the investigation and that the Miller family shared those frustrations.

From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2026

It was very emotional for me and brought back a lot of memories and a lot of my frustrations on her behalf.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026

For all the delays and frustrations that have plagued this rivalry over the past decade, Fury against Joshua remains the pinnacle of domestic boxing.

From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026

"The atmosphere is ripe for a leadership challenge," another MP, talking of the frustrations in the party, said.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

Sitting in our kitchen in Chicago on a Sunday evening when Barack was home for a one-night stopover, I’d let all my frustrations pour out.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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