stressful
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"When the vehicles arrived, the joy I felt even made me cry because I no longer have to deal with engine oil or anything stressful," he told AFP.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
He found the role hugely enjoyable, but strategising and giving commands to subordinate players in real time could be "more stressful than real life".
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
One resident at the meeting told the BBC it had been a stressful time for his family - but he praised both the council and Kingdom Housing Association for their help.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
It was hierarchical and stressful, but it was not because of my fellow writers, except that I wanted to impress them.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Lying to my parents about sending letters was one thing, but what we were doing now was way too stressful.
From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks
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