distrust

Example Sentences

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"Polygamy builds a community," he said, criticising how the series would fuel distrust in marriage.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

Kashkari cited distrust of Iran and Middle East instability as reasons for his cautious outlook.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

When Ernst, who moves to the U.S. shortly before World War II, offers the American military information on how to defeat Japan, he is met with distrust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

The disconnect between employers and employees on AI has bred more distrust.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

Strange, every time the girl looked at him he felt a wish to show her that he didn't deserve the distrust he always saw in her eyes, even when she was smiling at him.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke