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impatience

[im-pey-shuhns] / ɪmˈpeɪ ʃəns /


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"They're always here," he said of the protesters, with some impatience.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Meta Platforms has become the poster child for Wall Street’s impatience with ever-increasing artificial-intelligence spending.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

In general, they always prefer early records because they’re filled with that youthful sort of impatience.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

A record 68 S&P 1500 CEOs were named in 2025, indicating investor impatience with leaders slow to adapt to an AI-centric future.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

But Bit, full of fire and impatience, rang the bell again.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds




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