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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

You put yourself in moments of discomfort, and then you just push through.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

However, gruelling downhill sections of mountain hikes can cause discomfort to the skin where the prosthetic attaches and pressure on the knee.

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

"Sandi will show you," he said, putting his daughter between himself and Mrs. Fanning, who laughed at his discomfort.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez




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