discontent
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Fernando Guerra, a political science professor at Loyola Marymount University, said Pratt seems to have tapped into a deep well of discontent among Angelenos who believe that crime and homeless have spiraled out of control.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
Gavin Newsom’s move follows broadening signs of public discontent over AI’s impact on jobs.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Signs of discontent were present at the parade.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Despite fan discontent, the club's hierarchy have not indicated that they are considering replacing Slot this summer.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
They are very interested in how other households are run; such bits of petty gossip give them an opportunity for pride or discontent.
From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
Vocabulary lists containing discontent
Power Prefix: dis-
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Figurative Language in King's "I Have a Dream" Speech (1963)
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Of Mice and Men
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