- present participle of distress.
distressing
Example Sentences
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Clancy's case is "an incredibly distressing and rare outcome of postpartum psychosis," Wilson told AFP.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
Physiological reactions to memories of criticism decreased, indicating that recalling distressing experiences no longer triggered the same level of intense stress.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 18, 2026
Gartshore's defence lawyer Murray Macara called it a "truly tragic and distressing case".
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Yes, it’s weird and distressing, watching billionaires play catch with our ballclubs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
“I am I, and wish I wasn’t”; his self-consciousness was acute and distressing.
From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
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