displease

Example Sentences

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It has split the community with those against the use of the hotel and others displeased with regular protests and marches and an increased police presence.

From BBC

Observers suggested the pause likely reflected Colombia's deep frustration: the country had been at the forefront of efforts to include a "roadmap," and was displeased with how the talks concluded.

From Barron's

Their warlord father is displeased with both of them.

From Los Angeles Times

But until she’s stirred by the earthquake and chocolate, Amélie refuses to engage with reality, observing without making any effort to move or talk, as if displeased with having been born.

From Los Angeles Times

Treasury Secretary Bessent was sitting in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in September when he read a text message from a displeased colleague.

From The Wall Street Journal