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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

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

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

Supporters and opponents formed WhatsApp groups where members commiserated in their righteous indignation and formed strategies to sway a majority in their favor.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 16, 2026

She reprimands me, her tiny frame rigid with indignation.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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