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easily upset



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A person may also become extremely confused and paranoid, easily upset, moody and irritable.

From MarketWatch Mar. 3, 2026

I think it’s a sure bet here, though ‘The Penguin’ could easily upset.

From Los Angeles Times May 22, 2025

Examples of this include cultivating obsessive interests, being easily upset by minor changes, insisting on routines and struggling to both make and maintain eye contact.

From Salon Jun. 1, 2023

And James did a terrific job of creating this kind of easily upset, picky guy who wants justice and who is absolutely crazy about his cabbages.

From Slate Jun. 9, 2020

“Now remember what I told you. Don’t do anything to upset your father. He’s easily upset on trips,” she said in a soft voice.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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