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stressful

[stres-fuhl] / ˈstrɛs fəl /






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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

"Our findings suggest that even what might seem like moderate heat can become physiologically stressful when it is sustained over time," Mella, from the University of Sydney, told AFP.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Don’t discount how stressful a down market can be for an investor.

From MarketWatch • May 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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