troubled
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In 2001 cult classic “Donnie Darko,” she was Samantha, the younger sister of Jake Gyllenhaal’s troubled Donnie Darko.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
Alongside Shafali, the left and right-handed combination troubled England's bowlers.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
The progressive veteran and oysterman’s campaign has been troubled nearly from the start.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026
A quick note before we dive in: Slate has been following the troubled Senate candidacy of Graham Platner for months.
From Slate ● Jul. 6, 2026
Håkon looked particularly troubled, staring off into the distance.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
