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indignation

[in-dig-ney-shuhn] / ˌɪn dɪgˈneɪ ʃən /


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Daniell stared at me, his eyes burning with indignation.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

The Indigenous Youth Association of Moskitia - the ancestral region Rivera hailed from - expressed its "profound indignation at the inhuman, cruel and unjust treatment he endured in his final years".

From BBC May 31, 2026

Racing’s indignation over that, as well as that of anger in the general public, prompted the formation by Congress of a bill that would ban the slaughter of horses in the United States.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 26, 2026

Many people are numb or marinating in indignation and anger.

From Barron's Apr. 15, 2026

The wind cut mercilessly across the barren end of Rass, but the hot shame and indignation inside me made me forget the wind as I walked.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson




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