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impatient

[im-pey-shuhnt] / ɪmˈpeɪ ʃənt /


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Bowman’s comments come as some Fed officials have become increasingly impatient with their progress in reaching their 2% inflation goal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Rodríguez’s country is rapidly growing impatient with the pace of change.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Even if they would, they’d have requests or changes, but I’m impatient and a Virgo.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

It will be brave, however, to stick with Rosenior if his messaging is not getting across to the players - with Chelsea supporters famously impatient given the hiring and firing under previous owner Roman Abramovich.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“Are you sure—” But my next attempt at helping is interrupted by an impatient shout.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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