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distress

[dih-stres] / dɪˈstrɛs /




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“While this is positive progress, the disruption is a clear reminder of the distress facing many automotive suppliers today,” a Ford spokesman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Around 7:30 p.m., the city’s Marine Safety Department responded to a call about swimmers in distress.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

That outcome can also threaten a household’s food security: Problem gambling is associated with psychological distress, anxiety and depression, the authors said, which could in turn impact a person’s job performance and earnings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Crew members of the unladen tanker had sent distress messages saying the vessel was on fire and sinking.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

My eyes keep floating back to the sentence about psychological distress.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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