unease
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of unease
First recorded in 1300–50; un- 1 ( def. ) + ease ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, Isak’s intention to establish a foundation for people in need didn’t cause any unease in Jonathan, according to a statement provided to the police by Ruiz and cited in the filing.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Concerns over the slow progress of the Clarity Act in Congress and a $205 million Bitcoin transfer by Trump Media contributed to market unease.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Some people living near the laboratory have expressed unease at the wildfire’s proximity to the heavily contaminated site — especially given its toxic history.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Moreover, there’s growing unease about private debt being issued to finance AI data centers, which now constitutes up to 14% of the investment-grade bond market.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
What is going on? he thought, a prickle of unease creeping down his spine.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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