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discomfort

[dis-kuhm-fert] / dɪsˈkʌm fərt /




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Even the most well-adjusted person isn’t immune to the discomfort of emotional whiplash.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

The 37-year-old initially experienced discomfort at last week's Truist Championship at Quail Hollow because of a blister under the toenail.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Instead, it appeared to help participants tolerate discomfort for a longer period of time.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

The future seems flush with surprise and discomfort.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

The officer seemed to sense that both the prisoner and I were nervous and to take some pleasure in our discomfort, grinning at me before turning on his heel and leaving the room.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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