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consternation

[kon-ster-ney-shuhn] / ˌkɒn stərˈneɪ ʃən /


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Najim was arrested in Italy but released and returned to Libya, sparking a major political row in Italy and consternation at the ICC.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

The “Made in China 2025” plan released in 2015 that caused so much consternation in the West earmarked 10 industries for self-sufficiency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Though there was some consternation on Wall Street after Amex announced the change, Le Caillec said that retention rates have been “extremely strong,” with no meaningful difference after the refresh.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

But the controversy has caused consternation among USC professors past and present.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

“My dearest girl, what is the matter?” cried John, rushing in, with awful visions of scalded hands, sudden news of affliction, and secret consternation at the thought of the guest in the garden.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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