widespread discontent

Frequency: 8.216.1 per million words

Indicates that dissatisfaction exists over a large area or among many people.

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Examples (10)

  • The higher tax provoked widespread discontent among the poor.
  • The government's austerity measures led to widespread discontent across the country.
  • The new management's policies have caused widespread discontent among the employees.
  • Rumors of corruption fueled widespread discontent and calls for reform.
  • Historians note that widespread discontent was a key factor leading to the revolution.
  • The widespread discontent eventually erupted into mass protests on the streets.
  • Sociological studies have identified a pattern of widespread discontent in post-industrial societies.
  • Despite official reports of economic growth, there was widespread discontent among the general populace.
  • There is widespread discontent among farmers regarding the low prices for their crops.
  • Widespread discontent with the public transport system is becoming a major political issue.