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as in discontent
the condition of being dissatisfied with one's life or situation
a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale
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as in disappointment
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met
she felt keen dissatisfaction at the hurried job the house painters had done
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Recent Examples of dissatisfaction
The latest National Customer Rage Survey, citing record consumer dissatisfaction, estimates that companies are risking $887 billion a year in future revenue, up from $494 billion in 2020.
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Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Throughout much of the Cold War, the country went through a series of strongman leaders and military rulers, who declared martial law multiple times – sometimes in a bid to hold onto power amid growing public dissatisfaction.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
Joey Logano's third championship win in the NASCAR Cup Series brought a wave of dissatisfaction from fans regarding the playoff format's fairness.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
However, a global survey among 12,000 retail employees working for 12 luxury brands found widespread luxury retail employee dissatisfaction.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Throughout much of the Cold War, the country went through a series of strongman leaders and military rulers, who declared martial law multiple times – sometimes in a bid to hold onto power amid growing public dissatisfaction.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
Joey Logano's third championship win in the NASCAR Cup Series brought a wave of dissatisfaction from fans regarding the playoff format's fairness.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
However, a global survey among 12,000 retail employees working for 12 luxury brands found widespread luxury retail employee dissatisfaction.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissatisfaction
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With massive public discontent and a new presidential administration, could policy and regulation be accelerated to further force the health insurance industry in the direction of the models that more align with patient outcomes and stewardship of society?Sachin H. Jain, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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But after discontent from supporters, the club opted to go in a new direction.Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Overpromising or manipulating emotions can lead to disappointment and distrust.Somdutta Singh, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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In healthy relationships, partners address frustration or disappointment through communication, not blame or distance.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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The fact that Donald Trump has been completely AWOL during these negotiations, to the point where only after Elon Musk publicly tweets out his displeasure about this budget deal.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Though welcomed by the AfD and other right-wing parties, establishment German parties expressed their displeasure with Musk’s endorsement.Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
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In the film, chunks of the audience are cheering, jeering, or crying, in joy or frustration regarding Dylan’s decision to trade folk for rock music, or because of the poor sound quality.Brady Gerber, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
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Republicans on Capitol Hill raised frustrations with the measure even before it was unveiled, and Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on Wednesday afternoon added the final nail to the coffin.Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2024
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After Lamar was named the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner, other musicians expressed their dismay that Lil Wayne was not selected as well, including Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Master P, Cam’ron, and Mase.Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
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Each of our 10 resulting selections is a triumph of alchemy, deriving insight from fresh combinations of dismay and delight, tragedy and comedy, mourning and hope.The Atlantic, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Dissatisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissatisfaction. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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