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stressful

[stres-fuhl] / ˈstrɛs fəl /






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Many autistic people require additional time to process verbal information, particularly in stressful or overwhelming situations.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s a stressful moment, but my favorite moment: the split second before the cacophony of sounds erupts and the race begins.

From Literature

The Professional Footballers Association said it recognised transfer windows could be stressful and pressurised for players and their families, adding awareness of player wellbeing was "growing within the game".

From BBC

“It’s really stressful. Because I don’t have a lot of money and I was a single mother for so long, I’m very careful about my budget — I keep spreadsheets.”

From MarketWatch

It’s stressful enough without a CPA asleep on the job.

From MarketWatch