bother
Example Sentences
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She felt she had to constantly “maintain an image,” including among her peers, that she was “not bothered by anything and just confident,” which was exhausting, she said.
From Los Angeles Times
That’s why she hasn’t bothered stocking up on supplies, and maintains — an admittedly slim — hope that negotiations will bring about a deal.
From Los Angeles Times
While we become familiar with the faces of his band members, the film doesn’t bother to mention any of their names, not even in the credits.
From Los Angeles Times
“But I had something I want to say to Jesse right here, but he’s not watching, so why bother?”
From Los Angeles Times
I might have leaned in already on Ancora’s side if, after soliciting my interest, it had bothered to answer my outreach.
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