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discontent

[dis-kuhn-tent] / ˌdɪs kənˈtɛnt /


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Powerful companies across business sectors have expressed discontent with the state’s business environment.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

When these notions are proven wrong, public discontent becomes apparent.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

The Stamford Bridge hierarchy has placed its faith in Rosenior, but with discontent among supporters increasing, along with poor results and performances, he must hope the club hold their nerve and keep faith in him.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Analogous surveys of Russian adults haven’t been published to avoid drawing attention to the scale of discontent, according to reporting in Meduza.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The wave of discontent that was stirring the people was beginning to strike at the heart of that oligarchic society.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende




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