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inconvenience

[in-kuhn-veen-yuhns] / ˌɪn kənˈvin yəns /




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While a transfer may be a slight inconvenience for usual commuters, it may cause large problems in mass events like the World Cup where risk of overcrowding and crush are at their highest.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

A statement from Kay's team said the safety of audience and staff was always the highest priority, and apologised for the inconvenience to ticket holders.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused and have apologized to the owner,” the spokesperson added.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The airline said "we sincerely regret the inconvenience caused and have apologised to the owner".

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

There was nothing he wanted bad enough to risk anything for, inconvenience himself for.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison




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