discontent
Example Sentences
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Adding to the discontent is a water crisis, which locals blame on the mismanagement of nearby dams.
Analysts say his newfound popularity reflects the depth of Iranians’ discontent with the government, but that few would support a return to the monarchy.
The protests, ignited last month by a worsening economic crisis and fueled by general discontent with the regime, spread beyond Tehran to much of the country.
Barcelona and the popular southern coastal city of Malaga have announced measures to clamp down on short-term tourist rentals in a bid to tame popular discontent at rampant housing prices.
From Barron's
The quiet is likely temporary, analysts said, since the underlying anger against the state remains high and the government has few ways to resolve the economic problems at the root of widespread discontent.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
