consternation
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But the controversy has caused consternation among USC professors past and present.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
However, and to the braying consternation of VW faithful, the GTI and Golf R come only with the 7-speed automatic, branded Tiptronic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
Another source of consternation is AMD’s ramp of its operating expenses, which “is starting to become a bit tiresome” considering the company’s “lackluster” execution, Rasgon said.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 4, 2026
Asked why this information had not been made public, the chief constable said to the consternation of MPs that it was because "he wasn't asked about it" before.
From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026
“It is too far away,” she said in consternation.
From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck
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