be disturbed
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The company introduced flexible working, fidget toys in meeting rooms, and red or green "busy lights" on desks, that allow staff to indicate whether they're happy to be disturbed.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
A crew member learned from a friend that the only person with access to the St John’s safe was at the college’s own rowing dinner, and not to be disturbed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
Some rattlesnakes may be disturbed by a person who is 20 feet away and rattle in the hopes of getting the person to leave the area.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 1, 2026
Younger kids might be disturbed by the depictions of mild danger, but there are also plenty of sight gags and stunning visual scenes to distract.
From Salon ● Dec. 24, 2025
Under the terms of the International Antarctic Treaty, the Endurance shipwreck is a designated historic monument and must not be disturbed in any way.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
