wrought
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But by the end of a hugely contentious and emotionally wrought night, one which ended with recriminations and angry words, the equation was much less favourable.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Their passionate fans, who have loyally kept showing up for the last five years to watch the lousy basketball those decisions have wrought, will be wanting.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
She’s been on something of a tear on X recently, railing against the alleged societal destruction that women’s equality has wrought.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
Iran has demanded reparations for destruction wrought in the five-week onslaught.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Mother’s so wrought up her cheeks are blotched with red, Margot complains of headaches, Dussel can’t sleep, Mrs. van D. frets and fumes all day long, and I’ve gone completely round the bend.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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