dystopian
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I felt that those textures signaled … I hate using the word “dystopian,” but the dystopian future.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
"It's extremely dystopian and that is something we should be all scared about," she added.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2026
Against that dystopian backdrop, goofball mechanical athletes may be doing something far more valuable for their creators than outpacing our greatest sporting achievements: They’re making machines relatable.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2026
At this point most of us are numb to the dystopian possibilities.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2026
“You know, sometimes it does feel like we’re in one of those trendy dystopian novels,” she admitted.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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