troublesome
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Without support of a media conglomerate, for which their division is a troublesome pimple, they know the economics fall apart.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The troublesome Queen of the Night dazzles with high notes that shoot out like daggers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
While trade in energy, minerals, and fertilizer with Canada has been less troublesome, Greer said discussions around manufactured goods, including autos, has been more challenging.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
The 37-year-old from Northern Ireland, who had no issues with the troublesome toe which affected his preparations, ended seven shots behind the leaders after finishing with four successive bogeys to post a four-over 74.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
“Will you please take this troublesome child outside and play with her so I may focus on healing your mother without killing her by mistake?”
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
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