distrust

Example Sentences

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That, coupled with community distrust and armed conflict which has displaced tens of thousands of people in the Eastern part of DRC, have made it difficult for the outbreak to be contained.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Workers who trust AI too much may accept inaccurate information without questioning it, while employees who distrust the technology completely may overlook its potential advantages.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

There is also deep distrust of outside authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The agenda exposes the mutual dependence of the two rival superpowers, marked by distrust but driven by a quest for cooperation and stability.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Doc Daneeka jerked his head up quickly with resentful distrust.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller