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disbelief

[dis-bi-leef] / ˌdɪs bɪˈlif /


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Passersby whipped out their phones to snap photos, while others pointed in awe and disbelief.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

But less than five years later, as final seconds ticked away on a 41-27 loss to Oregon on Saturday, fans trudged toward the exits, and that very same stadium sat in hushed disbelief.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

That close finish left Ohanian in disbelief as he watched trackside alongside tennis great Williams and their children, with famous athletes and celebrities also present.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

The recording was met with disbelief in the South American country, with some describing the messaging as callous and inhumane.

From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026

“Indeed,” says Jakob, shaking his head in disbelief.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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