distressed
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Caring for a single, distressed marine mammal can take significant time and resources.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Ms. Hoagland says she’s likely to walk past the White House every so often and is distressed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
However, she became distressed when her ideas were copied by or "inspired" her male contemporaries – including Andy Warhol, Claes Oldenburg and Lucas Samaras – whose works would be displayed at more prestigious galleries.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
Nepal's Prime Minister said "the entire nation has been left shocked and deeply distressed" and that officials would coordinate with China on the response.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
But on the fourth night he was restless, shaking his head and pawing his ears, his voice distressed at her back.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
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