discontented
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Roman strategy was therefore clear: Cling on long enough for Ottoman resolve to falter, some discontented portion of Mehmed’s empire to revolt or aid from Christian Europe to arrive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
A marvelous Rhea Seehorn stars in the Apple TV sci-fi series, which explores the nature of happiness and an individual’s right to be discontented.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 24, 2025
Its logic is that if it can choke off external supplies, the RSF’s local supporters will become discontented and some of its units may defect.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2024
But it wasn't the fact that the book was getting adapted that left them feeling discontented.
From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2024
Honesty forced her to admit that the move had made her more discontented, not less.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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