distrust

Example Sentences

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The gaps between the two sides remain very wide; the distrust runs very deep.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

His distrust of governments also extends to regular medicine.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

The suit also alleges that “the sheriff’s misguided investigation threatens to sow distrust and jeopardize public confidence in the upcoming primary and general elections, not just in Riverside County but around the state.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Incorrect warnings can cause costly evacuations, economic disruption, and public distrust of monitoring systems.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

But Dasch didn't want to deal with them, so Burger was once again left with the job of alleviating the anger and distrust that was fracturing their group.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple