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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

There is an unhappy history between the two; apparently Becerra was not alone in drawing Rice’s ire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

She said she was later told she had a stage three aggressive form of cancer, but was unhappy with the treatment plan.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

In other words, consumers are right to be unhappy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

He’s an electrician, which is nothing like Dad’s job, but he has two kids, and I know from the description on the jacket that he’s in an unhappy marriage.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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