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disbelief

[dis-bi-leef] / ˌdɪs bɪˈlif /


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Even high-profile cases involving figures like Sean Combs reflect the same cultural reflex: disbelief, deflection, delay.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

A swimmer staring in disbelief at the clock after his final stroke.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

He insisted the event was real, sparking both disbelief and amusement among peers and online observers alike.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

At first, his staff was in disbelief when he showed up with the new curriculum in 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Well, I am here,” Worsley said with a laugh, and the other men stared in disbelief.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong




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