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numb

[nuhm] / nʌm /




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"I really have gone numb," fitness trainer Elaheh from Ahvaz told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The uncertainty is weighing on everyday Iranians too, with fitness trainer Elaheh from Ahvaz telling AFP: "I really have gone numb."

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Van der Kolk says depression can arise when people unconsciously numb emotional pain.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Naomi, 34, said she spent much of lockdown feeling "completely numb".

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Twig, wait,” I said again, gripping the phone so tightly that my fingers started going numb.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller




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