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as in frustrated
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as in cynical
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as in disenchanted
to free from mistaken beliefs or foolish hopes
we were disillusioned when we saw how the movie star acted in real life
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Recent Examples of disillusioned
Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2024
After completing his service, Shaul and some Army friends founded a nonprofit, Breaking the Silence, to compile testimonies from similarly disillusioned soldiers.
—Dorothy Wickenden, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
They were imprisoned and force-fed in British prisons after going on hunger strike and, later in life, became disillusioned with the peace process.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
For much of the running time, Gill’s freewheeling film springboards from a boozy, disillusioned and almost-forgotten Fukase hanging out in his local bar in 1992, to events that shaped his life and work.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
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Rosario voted for Biden in 2020 but became disillusioned with his handling of the economy.
—Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2024
After completing his service, Shaul and some Army friends founded a nonprofit, Breaking the Silence, to compile testimonies from similarly disillusioned soldiers.
—Dorothy Wickenden, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
They were imprisoned and force-fed in British prisons after going on hunger strike and, later in life, became disillusioned with the peace process.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
For much of the running time, Gill’s freewheeling film springboards from a boozy, disillusioned and almost-forgotten Fukase hanging out in his local bar in 1992, to events that shaped his life and work.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disillusioned
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But for frustrated fans wondering why the Cubs didn’t pursue Soto, something like this would qualify as a splash.Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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This bestselling book has become a guiding resource for many frustrated American educators.Doc Louallen, ABC News, 9 Dec. 2024
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While few constituencies have been spared recrimination, some of the most cynical and pernicious scapegoating has been reserved for the transgender community.Anthony D. Romero, Twin Cities, 6 Dec. 2024
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Bezos said he’s had a lot of success in life not being cynical.Brooke Seipel, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2024
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As Big Tech continues to deliver empty promises instead of solutions to social ills—while dodging taxes, quashing regulations and fueling a yawning pay inequality gap—the public will continue to grow disenchanted with the industry.Coleen M. Carrigan, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
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The big picture: Trump has been trying to woo disenchanted Latino men and Native American voters — crucial parts of the Democratic coalition — but the effort was hurt after the New York rally.Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
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Notably, Democrats are particularly pessimistic about the future of their own party, while Republicans are riding high.Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
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That tracks with longstanding findings that the generation is pessimistic about the right now but upbeat about the future.Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
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Investors also should not be too disappointed by some companies’ initial soft guidance for 2025, Harvey added.Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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Well, maybe if Chalamet just acted like Bob Dylan all the time, Fanning wouldn’t have been so disappointed.Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
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Very quickly the ironic, misanthropic tone is established, as is the chemistry among the cast.Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 12 Nov. 2024
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In turn, Judaism boils down not to an ongoing conversation of faith and morals but one of tired, misanthropic tropes.Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2024
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The enormous potential for Adam's future will remain potential unfulfilled, never benefitting the world he was born into.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, a growing demand for roles that align with personal values has highlighted a disconnect between workers and their organizations’ missions, leaving many feeling unfulfilled.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Moscow does not publicize its military losses, and analysts are skeptical of casualty reports from both sides.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Residents who are still skeptical of the police department's effectiveness were frustrated Thursday night by continued issues of homeless encampments and substance use.Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Disillusioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disillusioned. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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