discontent
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Advertising even played a role in colonial discontent, and then the Revolution.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
When these notions are proven wrong, public discontent becomes apparent.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 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 families have never been happy with that outcome, and made that clear on the steps of Nottingham Crown Court after the sentencing, expressing their discontent with elements of the police investigation.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Quiet the discontent and put the president’s mind at rest.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
Vocabulary lists containing discontent
Power Prefix: dis-
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Figurative Language in King's "I Have a Dream" Speech (1963)
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Of Mice and Men
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