- present participle of upset.
upsetting
Example Sentences
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At other times, she regrets upsetting their relationship, confirming her servile status despite the fact that she is responsible for Elisabet’s care.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
Bad things happen when good people stand by and say nothing, even if they are trying to avoid rocking the boat, fear upsetting people or risk ruining a relationship.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026
This decision, though, was so upsetting that it drew a sharp dissent from Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026
“We’re sorry. We understand why this image is deeply upsetting and recognize that we got this wrong,” Converse said in a statement to Footwear News on Friday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
‘It is so upsetting, such a disappointment,' said Mrs Helena Kingshaw, standing by the door of the kitchen. ‘But perhaps if they are not quite sure, it is better not to have him travel here.
From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill
