dismay
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Chris Fields of Erlanger shared her dismay that the six-term congressman was not voting with his party.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
Similarly, those in the media or the foreign policy establishment who profess dismay that China’s rulers now view the U.S. as a global equal are also failing to observe the obvious.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
And you’ve expressed a lot of dismay about how it works or as it happens, doesn’t work as a body.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
At the briefing, Trump expressed dismay at the violent outburst at the Washington Hilton, where the black-tie event has been held for more than 50 years.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
My face must’ve given evidence of my dismay.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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