stressful
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“It was a stressful time. We didn’t work for three years, about, and then we had the back-to-back strikes,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
The researchers found that cells containing the active, modified form of MYC repaired DNA damage more efficiently and were more likely to survive stressful conditions, including exposure to DNA-damaging treatments.
From Science Daily • May 17, 2026
The family then spent two years fighting for a specialist school placement which was "very stressful".
From BBC • May 16, 2026
A generous interpretation: It may be that your ex finds the monthly payments stressful.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
“Things have been stressful, with selling the house and the move. Your dad’s job search,” Mom says.
From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks
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