be disturbed

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In Hao’s acceptance speech, read by presenter Jia-Rui Cook in her absence, the author said she “can’t help but be disturbed by how the themes of this book have grown more relevant by the day.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

"We should be disturbed by any party using AI to manipulate photographs and presenting them as fact, which appears to be the case here," one user wrote.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

This is probably better suited to older kids, who won’t be disturbed by the themes, but will still appreciate the fanatical storytelling and stunning animation.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2025

“Acts can’t have consequences now, you know, because consequences can be painful and people will be disturbed by them.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

He knows that eagles don’t want to be disturbed.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers