great consternation

Frequency: 7.02.8 per million words

Used to emphasize a high degree of consternation.

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Examples (10)

  • The sudden resignation of the CEO caused great consternation among the investors.
  • To her great consternation, she realized she had left her passport at home.
  • There was great consternation when the ancient tomb was found to be empty.
  • The unexpected election results were met with great consternation by the ruling party.
  • He watched with great consternation as the storm clouds gathered on the horizon.
  • The news of the impending layoffs filled the employees with great consternation.
  • A gasp of great consternation went through the crowd when the magician vanished.
  • Her disappearance caused great consternation in the small town.
  • Any further delays will undoubtedly lead to great consternation from the clients.
  • Imagine my great consternation upon discovering the tickets were for the wrong date.