stress

Example Sentences

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"Thank God I'm in good shape, physically. Mentally I'm under awful, awful stress," Alphie said, worried about how he will cope.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The FAA said United’s expansion will stress the Chicago airport’s runway, terminal and air-traffic control systems.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“It released eye stress because we studied from eight o’clock in the morning until almost noon time,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

This is evidence of institutional stress in a state fighting for survival.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

It’s supposed to be low stress, but of course all the parents and teachers freak out about it.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper