unsettled

Example Sentences

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That growing closeness with Russia has unsettled Beijing.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The sale was modest, but it unsettled investors because Strategy has long been viewed as one of bitcoin’s most important corporate buyers, MarketVector’s Leinweber said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Do they mostly see it as a chance to make a windfall, or are they unsettled because of the volatility in the market and the fact that their end customers are suffering?

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Analysts expect few breakthroughs in the trade relationship, unsettled last year by U.S. tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

She knew I was right, and it unsettled her.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson