distress

If you or someone you know is experiencing mental or emotional distress, you can access support from the BBC Action Line.

From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026

The telecommunication sector has emerged as one of the most financially strained corners of corporate America, where fierce competition, slowing growth and a challenging refinancing environment are pushing more operators into distress.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

When it came to friends and girlfriends, I didn’t want to distress anyone.

From Slate ● Nov. 11, 2026

Another owner, Hong Kong-based Gaw Capital Partners, said it was "aware of the distress and frustration expressed by local residents in Nongsa and surrounding Batam communities" over water shortages.

From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026

Children with autism will show signs of discomfort or distress because they don’t know the routine.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

Sleeping out in the stifling summer heat leaves her exhausted, but what distresses her more is not knowing when or how this situation will end.

From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026

“It distresses us to return work which is not perfect,” the note read.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2024

He would like to be able to move on because every time something about the case comes up, it distresses his daughter all over again.

From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2022

“As they help lead us out of our long bout with the pandemic they will provide balm for our distresses and delight for our hearts.”

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 3, 2022

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

About 20% of the speculative-grade companies in the sector were rated highly distressed, more than any other industry tracked by ratings company Moody’s.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

Players from both teams were visibly distressed by the incident, with a number of De Miguel's team-mates in tears.

From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026

However no matter how much effort Grace puts in, she is often left crying and deeply distressed by the constant explosions during October and November.

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

The firm’s flagship fund lost over 20% this year as of mid-October, dragged down by wagers in distressed credits like Altice International.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

“Him!—never, never. Dear Miss Woodhouse, how could you so mistake me?” turning away distressed.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee called the consumer price data “another distressing report, borderline disturbing.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

Pirie added: "I know that for those who were at the party on Saturday, this has been a really distressing time, but their help has been so important."

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

Clancy's original trial, which featured more than 80 witnesses and days of distressing testimony, sparked debate in the United States over maternal mental health.

From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026

Aneurin Bevan health board said it recognised how "distressing it can be for parents when their child is seriously unwell, particularly when symptoms are complex and difficult to diagnose".

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Since saber is all about speed and explosive energy, feeling slow and lethargic before every competition was distressing.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad