displease

Example Sentences

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In this case—and however much it may displease conspiracy theorists—there is no mystery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

This change may displease some, but for those being vigilant about their health and would like more transparency about the food they are eating, it's a welcome change.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2023

But given that PSG only won the league by one point last season, that appears to be a risky strategy and might displease fans.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2023

They do not want to be overly dependent on Chinese supplies, but they cannot afford to displease the Chinese government.

From New York Times • May 31, 2023

“You know, you really have been making things terribly difficult for Colonel Cathcart,” he observed with flip good humor, as though the fact did not displease him at all.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller