distress
Example Sentences
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The operation was privately funded by two German entrepreneurs and spurred intense public debate, with critics suggesting it would only cause the animal distress.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Some experts at the time criticised the privately financed rescue plan, saying it would only cause the animal more distress.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
Related dietary research in adults has suggested that higher choline intake may be linked with lower odds of depression, but the same study did not find a significant adjusted association with anxiety or psychological distress.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Four horses, a pony and a bull experiencing severe medical distress were euthanized “to prevent further suffering,” and one kitten died while in the care of the San Diego Humane Society, according to the organization.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
My eyes keep floating back to the sentence about psychological distress.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
Vocabulary lists containing distress
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