discomfort
Example Sentences
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Tina isn’t showing signs of discomfort and remains “bright and engaged” and “greets her keepers,” according to the zoo.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
“People confuse discomfort with danger,” said Sawyer Merrell, one of the two employees who worked at Quirky Books.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
In damaged tissue, pain-sensing nerves often extend into areas where they do not typically belong, increasing discomfort.
From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026
Mineko Tokito, a senior reporter from Japanese newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun, was in the Oval Office at the time and said the PM's discomfort was "clear".
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Jason tried not to show his discomfort, but his skin prickled at the thought of going anywhere with Nico di Angelo.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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