indignation
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At the time of the tragedy, Autostrade belonged to the Atlantia group, controlled by the wealthy Benetton family, but faced with popular indignation the family subsequently gave up its stake to the state.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
"A very unimpressive Italian performance which will cause some indignation and some hostility in their press tomorrow," said the BBC's match commentary at full-time.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 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
Asked about the deaths, the Mexican president expressed ignorance of the cooperation between these CIA officers and local Chihuahuan authorities and indignation that American forces would operate on Mexican soil.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026
I felt the heat rise in my face, too, but from embarrassment, not indignation.
From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour
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