woe
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A mass protest movement has sprung up in Iran, prompted by the economic woe driven by the currency crisis.
From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026
One season without a trophy is major woe for Guardiola and City, two would be downright unthinkable.
From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026
Property taxes are another housing woe for cash-strapped Americans.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 4, 2025
A certain life was expected for you, and woe betide you if you went outside of that.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024
In spite of her woe, Kit had to smile.
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act II
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