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suffering

[suhf-er-ing, suhf-ring] / ˈsʌf ər ɪŋ, ˈsʌf rɪŋ /


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Lindstrom’s work aimed to inspire empathy and humanize those suffering in the margins of society, but it also catalyzed policy change.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

"How is it possible to grant so many mining permits? Turkey is suffering from overexploitation," he said.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Cuba has been suffering severe economic tumult led by an energy shortage that plunged 65 percent of the country into darkness on Tuesday.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

I can only hope that Replimune RP1 will be approved and save other lives so they might be spared the suffering that Claire and our family endured.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

I felt like nothing more than a suffering ape.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri




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