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unhappy

[uhn-hap-ee] / ʌnˈhæp i /




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"In cases where a student is unhappy with the outcome of their appeal, they have the right to seek an independent review from the office of the independent adjudicator," a spokesman said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Fifa was unhappy with two high-profile disciplinary incidents earlier this year and was eager to avoid a repeat at the World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Its author, Gail Crowther, has a knack for finding new angles on unhappy literary women, including Dorothy Parker, Sylvia Plath and Anne Sexton.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Musk’s fast approach also drew protests from locals in the Memphis community unhappy about the facilities’ power and water demands.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

She decided that a group of fighting women might embarrass these unhappy men and make them leap into action.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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