displeasure
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Xi responded with rare diplomatic signals of displeasure, visiting South Korea in 2014 before ever meeting Kim: a move that was widely viewed as a snub.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The “Whiplash” actor played along with the bit, turning around to face Spider-Man and waving his arms to express his displeasure.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and journalist Megyn Kelly, for example – have voiced their displeasure with him on several issues.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
Discussing his displeasure with NATO, Trump said: "It all began with -- if you want to know the truth -- Greenland."
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
For this reason alone—expectation of his refusal, and her own displeasure in advance—she had not invited him to dinner that night.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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