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stressful

[stres-fuhl] / ˈstrɛs fəl /






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The vast majority of accused parents will be vindicated, but only after a stressful, unjustified process.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

In healthy brains, the LC becomes active during stressful situations and then returns to normal once the stress has passed.

From Science Daily Jul. 3, 2026

Voisard noted that an eagle’s first flight is a stressful endeavor that saps the bird’s energy.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 28, 2026

Here’s the irony: It can be stressful to start meditating.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 27, 2026

Half of the volunteers were told to try to remember and relive a particularly stressful experience.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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