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stressful

[stres-fuhl] / ˈstrɛs fəl /






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“It’s been a bit stressful ... I think the education would be super beneficial.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

In healthy brains, the LC becomes active during stressful situations and then returns to normal once the stress has passed.

From Science Daily • Jul. 3, 2026

It sounds like you know what to do, but are also aware of how stressful it will be to execute.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Iran was to leave the country immediately—and the next 90 minutes would be just as stressful.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

It must have been stressful, being that smart around people who didn’t appreciate it.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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