discomfort

Example Sentences

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Real radicalism is accepting the discomfort; it’s acknowledging that two or more things can coexist, and addressing all of those facets at once, even if the result isn’t perfect.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

"As soon as the water hit her body she was crying out in pain and discomfort so we brought her down and let her sleep on the sofa," Emma said.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The feeling of discomfort changed once they found the Crow, a comedy club in Santa Monica.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

“People confuse discomfort with danger,” said Sawyer Merrell, one of the two employees who worked at Quirky Books.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

I can deal with a little discomfort, and she doesn’t need to worry about getting me shoes right now.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas