dismayed
Example Sentences
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The UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, said he was "dismayed" by reports of the air strikes and civilian casualties.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
Pharmaceutical industry leaders had publicly hailed Pazdur’s appointment as drugs chief, praising his years of expertise and scientific acumen, and were dismayed by his departure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
But he was dismayed by the abrupt layoffs in April that left FDA staff demoralized, he said, with some crying in the hallways.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
The new sentence dismayed those who hoped López Serrano would soon be brought back to Mexico to stand trial.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026
I looked at the program we’d gotten at the door and was dismayed to see Jilly scheduled to precede me—and she was playing “Für Elise,” as well.
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
