unease
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of unease
First recorded in 1300–50; un- 1 ( def. ) + ease ( def. )
Example Sentences
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It’s possible to hold on to two truths at once and recognize the distinct unease of such grasping, I told my friend.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
In nearby Mount Horeb, known as the “Troll Capital of the World,” locals are caught between sympathy for the dogs and unease at the upheaval activists have brought.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Adding to investor unease about Meta, chief financial officer Susan Li told analysts Meta continues to monitor legal and regulatory "headwinds" in the US and Europe, including social media addiction lawsuits.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
This was a resilient display to answer the allegations that Arsenal are "chokers" - but the bottom line is this was still a defeat that maintains Manchester City's momentum while increasing unease in north London.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
Even without our Links connected, I sense a certain unease in him, something that turns his eyes distant, the same thing that made him break away from me that night at his home.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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