upset
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Senegal previously caused an upset at the 2002 World Cup when they beat France, then reigning champions.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
This time, in an upset, a New York team is widely admired.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Fans from several countries have told the BBC World Service that other obstacles are also causing widespread anger and upset.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The dish is popular, but “if you don’t execute it correctly, people are going to be upset with you,” he says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
“I understand you’re upset about Simon,” I whisper.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
Vocabulary lists containing upset
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