disturbing
Example Sentences
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The ads themselves, though, were not the most disturbing thing.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026
"You would think this information would not be internet-exposed. It's disturbing, actually," he says.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
Carl, now a published author, feels compelled to bring a disturbing matter to his old colleagues’ attention.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
The same principle applies to some of the more disturbing scenarios.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
He rested his arms on the front seat and leaned forward so he could whisper to his father without disturbing the sleep of the others.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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