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disturb

[dih-sturb] / dɪˈstɜrb /




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In this world, the bizarre proclivities of one man can disturb the peace and rattle markets.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

A horizontal magnetic field generated a two dimensional flow, while an array of rods was used to disturb it.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

"We'd at least be able to tell them, 'there are other people who are trying to disturb you'."

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Not even a sore toenail that required a spot of self surgery could disturb Rory McIlroy's relaxed demeanour as he bids for back to back major wins at this week's US PGA Championship in Pennsylvania.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

It required some courage to disturb so interesting a party; my errand, however, was one I could not defer, so I approached the master where he stood at Miss Ingram’s side.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë




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