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as in upset
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as in aghast
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as in discouraged
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 alarmed
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 dismayed
Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
The big picture: Francis pushed the Catholic Church to the left, which satisfied Catholics seeking modernization but dismayed traditionalists.
—Aïda Amer, Axios, 21 Apr. 2025
Booth was dismayed that Malone went with Russell Westbrook over Pickett down the stretch of multiple games last week.
—Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Many are outraged that Georgescu cannot run in May, while others are dismayed that the Tates might not face justice.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
But Erica didn't want her daughter to feel dismayed by her comment and still reminds her that beauty is far more than a number on a scale.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
The big picture: Francis pushed the Catholic Church to the left, which satisfied Catholics seeking modernization but dismayed traditionalists.
—Aïda Amer, Axios, 21 Apr. 2025
Booth was dismayed that Malone went with Russell Westbrook over Pickett down the stretch of multiple games last week.
—Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Many are outraged that Georgescu cannot run in May, while others are dismayed that the Tates might not face justice.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dismayed
Adjective
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The heated encounter occurred outside a building, as Hannah-Kim appeared visibly upset about the situation and wanted an explanation for Kove’s actions.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
26 June 2025
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Marte, who hit a solo home run in the first inning of Arizona's 4-1 win, was seen visibly upset during a pitching change in the bottom of the seventh as Lovullo put his arm around his player and consoled him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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The soccer purists in the London club’s end were surely aghast at the playing of music to celebrate a goal – another very American trend that has increasingly been used by clubs around the world, much to the chagrin of hardcore supporters.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
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In the two years since Tommy Elliott was killed in a mass shooting, Maryanne Elliott’s grief has, in turns, left her aghast and overwhelmed, bewildered and incapacitated, grateful and wanting to die.—
Kristina Goetz,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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But Daddy was not one to be discouraged and got the place ready to open in June.—
Fannie Flagg,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
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However, Jim has not been discouraged by this week’s Bristol Myers pullback.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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When Burrell wasn’t tapped to join the show’s 28th season in January — after playing a central role in the first 27 — viewers were appalled and even Burrell was baffled.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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There was an appalled silence broken at last by Wells.—
Robeson Bailey,
Outdoor Life,
11 June 2025
Verb
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The outspoken owner wants to win and seems to be frustrated at the state of his team.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Later, one agent appears to get frustrated with Abdalla for being in the street and not on the sidewalk.—
Chelsea Bailey, Gloria Pazmino and Taylor Galgano,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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Even the guards appeared to be disturbed.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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These five destinations show that sharing the shore with animals can be calm, safe and memorable for the right reasons when animals aren’t fed or disturbed.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The condition occurs when the band of connective tissue spanning your arch, called your plantar fascia, becomes inflamed and irritated, which can happen for a bunch of reasons—after all, plantar fasciitis plagues as many as two million people yearly in the US.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
20 June 2025
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Calamine lotion: This topical treatment contains zinc oxide, which can soothe irritated or itchy skin.6 Medicated shampoo: Shampoos that contain medical-grade coal tar can help reduce eczema symptoms on your scalp.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
19 June 2025
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The business community is also bracing for potential impacts, with some worried that the new tolls could discourage shoppers and visitors, potentially leading to reduced foot traffic and sales in the affected areas.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Overall, the stock market had a strong 2024, even as Americans worried about the economy.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Dismayed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismayed. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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