distress
Example Sentences
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But despite the jump in inflation expectations, signs of higher energy costs feeding through to broader price pressures so far look limited given the frail economic outlook and growing distress within the U.K. labor market.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
A further 24 Indian crew were rescued from a ship off Oman's southern coast on Monday after sending a distress call saying the vessel was on fire and sinking following a US strike.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
That outcome can also threaten a household’s food security: Problem gambling is associated with psychological distress, anxiety and depression, the authors said, which could in turn impact a person’s job performance and earnings.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Investors have shrugged off signs of consumer distress because shoppers keep spending —even if they feel awful about higher prices.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The Soviets quickly caught on to the emotional distress and instability of their prized secret agent.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
Vocabulary lists containing distress
Don't Distress: Words With Irregular Opposites
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100 SAT Words Beginning with "D"
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"A Modest Proposal," Vocabulary from the satire
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