as in doubt
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
the psychic's bold claims were greeted with distrust and outright scorn
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as in to doubt
to have no trust or confidence in
we instinctively distrust those phone calls that tell us we have won a free vacation or car
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Recent Examples of distrust
Adrian Swinscoe, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Mounting evidence, and lack thereof, suggests that perhaps the whole craze has been a sort of communal fever dream fueled by crowd mentality, confirmation bias and a general distrust in all things official.
—Michael Wilson, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Keren Landman, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Experts say the lack of sympathy may reflect an inherent truth about Americans and their health plans: People tend to like their own insurer but distrust the industry — and indeed, the health system at large.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
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Noun
However, that research also highlighted that distrust of brands is highest among younger consumers.
—Adrian Swinscoe, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Mounting evidence, and lack thereof, suggests that perhaps the whole craze has been a sort of communal fever dream fueled by crowd mentality, confirmation bias and a general distrust in all things official.
—Michael Wilson, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Increasingly, wellness professionals share online space with people who distrust mainstream narratives; both see an opportunity for legitimacy and profit in Kennedy’s ascent, says Stephanie Kelley-Romano, a professor of rhetoric at Bates College who studies conspiracy theories.
—Keren Landman, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Experts say the lack of sympathy may reflect an inherent truth about Americans and their health plans: People tend to like their own insurer but distrust the industry — and indeed, the health system at large.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distrust
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While there have already been glimpses of this in the past with former TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace and Joe Hendry, there's no doubt fans will see more of this, especially heading into the Royal Rumble.David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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In addition, conservative thought leaders — including those behind the Project 2025 playbook — have been contemplating Trump’s return for years, and have no doubt been helping Trump craft orders that are less vulnerable to legal challenges, the experts said.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
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In Mexico, the migrant panic button plan has been greeted with considerable skepticism.Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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For CEOs grappling with skepticism, the key is to foster excitement without ignoring the risks.Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Virgil Thew, 47, was arrested and charged with three counts of first-degree intentional homicide in suspicion of fatally shooting a 33-year-old woman and two girls, ages 12 and 13, at a home in New Lisbon, Wis., authorities said.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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While officials have yet to confirm whether arson is responsible for the widespread fires, suspicions of intentional ignition have circulated widely on social media.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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What's Next The Syrian transitional government is still in its formative stages, leaving uncertainty about its implications for the country's future.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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The uncertainty around his future had become an increasing distraction for the club, with negotiations lasting several weeks.Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Some people conjecture that the drone hysteria is the product of the public’s mistrust of government.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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MicroStrategy has continuously bought Bitcoin since then, building significant ownership that has attracted both respect and mistrust.Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Distrust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distrust. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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