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disbelief

[dis-bi-leef] / ˌdɪs bɪˈlif /


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He insisted the event was real, sparking both disbelief and amusement among peers and online observers alike.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

At first, his staff was in disbelief when he showed up with the new curriculum in 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"There has been a tremendous amount of disbelief for me, it's just so extraordinary," said Canadian Jeremy Hansen during a Q&A session with press late Thursday.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Among ex-cricketers, the reaction veered between awe and disbelief.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“A cow knocked over a lantern,” Frankie repeated, then chuckled in disbelief.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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