unpleasant

Example Sentences

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But even grave-robbing isn’t as unpleasant as the dynamics of the Morelli family, led by chief screamer, grouser, mayoral candidate and all-around non-people-person Linda Morelli.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

They then evaluated impulsivity by observing how well the flies could stop moving when exposed to strong airflow, which they naturally find unpleasant.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

National gas prices also hit an unpleasant peak Tuesday when they surpassed the $4 mark for the first time in nearly four years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Steven said the way that investors had been informed of developments through media reports was "really unpleasant and messy".

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Not one to keep his thoughts to himself, Larsen told Bobby, “Most people think you are unpleasant to play against.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady