as in disconcerting
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as in discouraging
to lessen the courage or confidence of
the imposing climb up the mountain dismayed us even before we got started
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as in alarming
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
parents who became increasingly dismayed by their son's foundering marriage
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Recent Examples of dismaying
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
But the drum sound wasn’t nearly as dismaying as the studio’s piano, which kept slipping out of tune.
—Peter Ames Carlin, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
But locals can add a couple of dismaying icons to that roster — homeless tents and panhandlers.
—Kevin Fagan, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Feb. 2016
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Adjective
On top of this dismaying thought comes the realization that the AI is available 24x7 and at a low cost or perhaps even free.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
But the drum sound wasn’t nearly as dismaying as the studio’s piano, which kept slipping out of tune.
—Peter Ames Carlin, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
That the Illini couldn’t complete their comeback attempt despite cutting it to four in the final minutes was dismaying.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
But locals can add a couple of dismaying icons to that roster — homeless tents and panhandlers.
—Kevin Fagan, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Feb. 2016
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Adjective
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There are plenty of inconveniences frequent air travelers have become accustomed to, from long security lines to shrinking overhead storage bins, but few are as disconcerting as heavy turbulence in flight.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2026
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About 20 miles southwest of Indianapolis, Mooresville residents report finding dirty water filters turning a disconcerting brown.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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Long-term security and stability are needed right now Friday's inflation report wasn't the only discouraging economic news as of late.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Unfortunately, there’s no foolproof solution for discouraging squirrels from enjoying a free meal at your expense.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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Midway through my massage, the boat unmoored itself and set sail—setting off an initially alarming vibrating bed and whirring engine noise.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Recently, something new appeared on the landscape, alarming wildlife advocates like Christina Aiello.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Transplant Shock is Avoidable Inviting the opportunity for transplant shock has got to be one of the most disheartening gardening mistakes out there.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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Sure, the Longhorns (21-15, 9-9) endured an up-and-down regular season and suffered a disheartening loss to Ole Miss in the first round of the SEC Tournament.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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Mack and the Chargers’ defense pressured quarterbacks Jalen Hurts of the Eagles and Patrick Mahomes of the Chiefs, frustrating them and keeping them out of their comfort zones.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
20 Dec. 2025
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Fitbits also feature silent alarms; the tracker will vibrate at a specific time and gently wake you up without disturbing others.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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In March, as Sonko made his way to court to face the charges, he was arrested for disturbing public order after supporters rallied around him; his arrest sparked days of protests that resulted in the deaths of at least 14 people.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Police are warning people about a troubling trend in McKees Rocks.—
Chilekasi Adele,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The charges are deeply troubling and raise significant concerns about the individual's character and fitness to serve.—
Sasha Pezenik,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Horner also talked about being concerned about losing his job, wanting to see his child and worrying about what was going to happen to him, Espinoza said.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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When health plans, providers, and policymakers work together, families can spend less time worrying about costs and more time focusing on their health.—
Anthem Blue Cross California,
Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Dismaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismaying. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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