dismay

Example Sentences

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"I assume full responsibility for this defeat," an ashen-faced Jospin announced, bowing out of politics to howls of dismay from supporters.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

He also flew a helicopter between his 2,670-acre ranch in Utah and other properties, sometimes to the dismay of his neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The commissioner said he had expressed his dismay to Permanent Secretary Joe Griffin, Scotland's most senior civil servant.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Insiders at the station say they have been deluged with emails and texts expressing dismay over Nexstar’s moves which eliminated a number of staffers with decades of experience and institutional knowledge.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

To her dismay, Jones saw no reason for a change in mission.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield