distrust

Example Sentences

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Suspicion of the authorities and scepticism about the cause of death has led to deep distrust among some in the communities currently affected by Ebola.

From BBC • May 25, 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

By then our distrust had grown stronger, and they didn’t get many volunteers from the public.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline