disturbed

Example Sentences

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US media described the male suspect as emotionally disturbed with no terror links.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at Delaney Hall. Unsafe, inhumane and unconstitutional living conditions are completely unacceptable,” Sherrill said in a statement.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Researchers explained that cemeteries provide especially good habitat because the land is peaceful, rarely disturbed, and largely free of pesticides.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Panel vice chairman Keith Evans said he was "a bit disturbed by the cost", but police crime commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn, who approved the project, said everything was done within governance frameworks.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

As to what was to come, he began to be disturbed by vague apprehensions.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig