disturbed

Example Sentences

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I clearly remember seeing the movie when I was young and being very disturbed by the scene when the government arrives and drapes the family’s house in plastic sheets and tubing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

US media described the male suspect as emotionally disturbed with no terror links.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at Delaney Hall. Unsafe, inhumane and unconstitutional living conditions are completely unacceptable.”

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Researchers explained that cemeteries provide especially good habitat because the land is peaceful, rarely disturbed, and largely free of pesticides.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

I asked Jonathan why he was disturbed, and he answered, evidently thinking that I knew as much about it as he did: “Do you see who it is?”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker