chagrin
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We have, as Melton notes much to Spaeny’s chagrin, “caught a vibe.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Monday’s court ruling, to the chagrin of Mr. Musk, settled one question.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
To my chagrin but not my surprise, no one else in the theater came with their tail tucked between their legs, covered by a trench coat.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
The Basque manager rotated his pack heavily, to the chagrin of players like Vinicius Junior, who was benched on several occasions and hauled off early on others.
From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026
And by this token, not much of a money-making venture, for the Greater Good and the Greater Profit are not compatible aims, much to Father’s chagrin.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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