troubled

Example Sentences

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Fast selling is a bit of good news for the troubled truck.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

This is in contrast to some money managers in the high-yield space who specialize in buying heavily discounted bonds of troubled or even bankrupt issuers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The tragedy at Liushenyu has cast renewed attention on the troubled history of one of China's most critical yet dangerous industries.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

But their tentative affair is secondary to the complex bond between Ali and Jersey, whose troubled connection with Davis helps Ali understand why her mother is so paranoid about her romantic choices.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

They didn’t smile or nod or look approvingly at me in that heartwarming way teachers always do in made-for-TV movies when the troubled student has turned over a new leaf.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen