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upset

[uhp-set, uhp-set] / ʌpˈsɛt, ˈʌpˌsɛt /








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With their visit cut short, she became upset.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

It added that the publisher regretted his conduct “and did not intend his actions to upset anyone.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Ortega: If I yell in my real life, other people will go, “I know you’re upset, but it is funny.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

It’s not unreasonable for drivers to be upset about high fuel prices and for policymakers to want to tackle the issue.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

I want her to look at me, even if she’s sad or angry or upset.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy