disturbed

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In a widely distributed quote that must have disturbed the leadership at Langley, Bush—who had previously been director of Central Intelligence—reportedly said, “I learn more from CNN than I do from the CIA.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The programme said it had already been aware of the population, but did not publicise its presence to reduce the risk of the beavers being disturbed by the public.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“I have been very, very disturbed by the activities of some federal law enforcement agencies that have come into Los Angeles and intentionally attempted to terrorize our people,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

She thinks earlier showtimes, daytime screenings and arthouse cinemas are the least likely to be disturbed, although she adds: "I understand that not everybody has this privilege."

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Then he laid me down, and addressing Bessie, charged her to be very careful that I was not disturbed during the night.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë