disturbed
Example Sentences
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“To have this intensely coherent collection disturbed by this brazen theft is a tragedy.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
He retired in 2023 and was disturbed to learn from former colleagues that the office was shutting down the open union probes.
From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026
The weather rules include atmospheric electricity, types of cloud, specifically cumulus and disturbed weather like rain or strong winds.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
"They are not disturbed when Christmas decorations are put up," he said.
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
“I beg your pardon, sir. It was purely accidental. I fell, you see. Please accept my humble apologies. I am Matthias of Redwall and I sincerely hope I have not disturbed you in any way.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.