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More Alex Kent/Getty Images Puerto Rico Takes To the Street In an unusual move, Puerto Rico took part in national U.S. protests, demonstrating against Trump and his policies, taking to the streets of San Juan to express their discontent about the president's immigration policies.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025 -
Michael Ochs Archives--Getty Images The riot begins Stone channeled all of these discontents into There’s a Riot Goin’ On.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
10 June 2025
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Soto quickly expressed his displeasure after the home plate umpire called a third strike in the fifth inning.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
25 June 2025
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His father also expressed his displeasure with him.—
Stephanie Guerilus,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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These discussions may seem minor, but mismatches in energy and intent can lead to dissatisfaction.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Leaders including Hakeem Jeffries, Nancy Pelosi, and James Clyburn were said to privately express dissatisfaction with how Schumer handled the negotiations.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Clark tried to erase the memories of his disappointment at Oakmont with an opening round 6-under 64 on Thursday, putting him tied for second in the early afternoon.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
19 June 2025
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He was drafted #9 and hasn't been a disappointment, so.... K Kip L. · 1h 4m ago Have fun replacing a 60 point center for 5 million.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Six games into the 1981-82 season, Johnson expressed dismay over then-coach Paul Westhead, which paved the way for a 36-year-old Pat Riley to take over as head coach.—
James Jackson,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2025
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“Crestfallenness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crestfallenness. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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