distresses
Example Sentences
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“It distresses us to return work which is not perfect,” the note read.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2024
"This includes lists of probable cause of pavement distresses, and some are related to climate," an ACI spokesperson said.
From Reuters • Jul. 22, 2022
The turn against immigration distresses some Texas business owners.
From Seattle Times • May 7, 2022
Yet his possible removal to Zimbabwe is what really distresses him.
From BBC • Jul. 27, 2021
The moon distresses you by silently reminding you of your solitude; you open your eyes wide to escape your loneliness.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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