distressing

Example Sentences

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"It is a sad and distressing situation," police commander Masoud Mwinyi said, speaking to parents and crowds outside the school.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are very much with his loved ones at this extremely distressing time."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Dan used a horizontal bar lined with LED lights that kept my eyes dancing and darting as he prompted me to recall a distressing childhood memory.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

A spokeswoman for BA said it was "an extremely difficult, complex and distressing situation", adding Mason's condition was not the reason for its decision.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

As Garfield's progress slowed, and especially after his distressing relapse, the doctors began to consider removing the bullet in order to save his life.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow