distrustful

Example Sentences

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Much of the Catholic hierarchy in Rome remained distrustful of American political norms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

The people angered by and distrustful of Discord’s invasive verification methods are right to be.

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

My distrustful and selfish brother was named as the executor of my late parents’ estate.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

The demand for ethically produced eggs continues to grow as consumers become more distrustful of conventional egg supplies, especially following the spread of avian flu in recent years.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

I gave Miss Lawton a distrustful look, then hurled the silly hat onto the rocking chair.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan