discontent

Example Sentences

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Shutdowns of mobile internet in Moscow and other cities have hurt the economy, and discontent over internet restrictions is rising.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The protests were rare public displays of discontent by a populace that’s endured Western-imposed economic sanctions and a sclerotic, corruption-riddled economy that has hobbled much of this oil-rich country of 93 million into poverty.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

The label moved to Los Angeles, allegedly to be closer to the film industry but also to evade worker discontent with “substandard royalty rates.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Cuba, an island of around 10 million, has battled widespread blackouts in recent years - a persistent source of public discontent that has triggered rare protests.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

The fact that all the Boston police stations were crowded and filthy added to the discontent.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler