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troublesome

[truhb-uhl-suhm] / ˈtrʌb əl səm /


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But the rationing has frustrated many ordinary citizens, with Nasanjargal telling AFP that the lines are "very troublesome and extremely difficult overall".

From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026

That sharp slowdown could also have implications for agriculture because morning glory is often considered a troublesome weed by farmers.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026

Sciver-Brunt, who had another scan on her troublesome calf on Wednesday, will now surely not be risked against the White Ferns.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026

Without support of a media conglomerate, for which their division is a troublesome pimple, they know the economics fall apart.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026

The teachers call it “the troublesome bus,” because the kids are so bad a substitute driver once stopped in the middle of the route, shouted that we were all hooligans, and walked out.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri




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