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distresses





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Sleeping out in the stifling summer heat leaves her exhausted, but what distresses her more is not knowing when or how this situation will end.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

“It distresses us to return work which is not perfect,” the note read.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 11, 2024

“As they help lead us out of our long bout with the pandemic they will provide balm for our distresses and delight for our hearts.”

From Seattle Times Aug. 3, 2022

"This includes lists of probable cause of pavement distresses, and some are related to climate," an ACI spokesperson said.

From Reuters Jul. 22, 2022

I write again as I am in the utmost distresses.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson



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