troublesome
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And on Wednesday, they rid themselves of two troublesome streaks in a single evening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Usually, the one reaching out for help is the sibling tasked with holding power of attorney or serving as executor of an estate, and who is being hectored by a troublesome sibling.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
Jamie Smith barely did a wicketkeeping drill in Australia, yet has been worked hard by Sarah Taylor, who on Tuesday was also teaching a throwing technique to Josh Tongue to help with his troublesome shoulder.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026
The troublesome Queen of the Night dazzles with high notes that shoot out like daggers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
“Today’s gleaning was...more troublesome than expected,” he said.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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