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What does H. G. Wells compare "moral indignation" to in one of his novels?

indignation

[in-dig-nay-shuhn] / ˌɪn dɪgˈneɪ ʃən /


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With the help of sympathetic donors, Mr. Jentleson has turned his indignation into a think tank, the Searchlight Institute, which seeks to bring his critique to life and influence the Democratic Party.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

Daniell stared at me, his eyes burning with indignation.

From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026

At the time of the tragedy, Autostrade belonged to the Atlantia group, controlled by the wealthy Benetton family, but faced with popular indignation the family subsequently gave up its stake to the state.

From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026

France's Foreign Minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, expressed its "indignation" at Ben Gvir's actions and demanded an explanation.

From BBC ● May 20, 2026

Javier said something stern in Spanish, and Mabel's face flushed with indignation.

From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour


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