stressed
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I grew up in the 1980s too, and here’s a fun fact about Generation X: The American Institute of Stress says we are apparently more stressed out than other generations.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Friday that they had stressed the importance of China honoring its Busan commitments to Xi’s economic point man, Vice Premier He Lifeng.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026
Downing Street then stated Manchester City was not "above the rules", and stressed the PM had made it clear that the outcome of the "ongoing independent process" must be respected.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026
While "investments in renewable energy are essential", Turkey's energy transition "must be carried out in a planned and gradual manner," he stressed.
From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2026
I don’t want Avery to be stressed out, obviously.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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