dismay
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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
Many described during the public comment period shock and dismay at city leaders considering taking back wage increases that were already a done deal.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Given the level of dismay and frustration, you might assume there would be even more calls for PM's removal.
From BBC • May 8, 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 her look of dismay, he added, “You’ll be safe, as long as you don’t wander off. Keep near the fire. Wild animals are afraid of fire.”
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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