as in to concern
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least
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as in unease
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as in inconvenience
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Recent Examples of discomfort
Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Eisenberg wanted to convey the irony of yearning to connect with your ancestors’ pain while being unwilling to experience — or even confront — any discomfort while doing so.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Morgan explores how getting comfortable with discomfort and owning our limitations can take us further and deepen our appreciation of the world’s complexity and richness.
—Esther K. Choy, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
His work is the best kind of provocative; requiring me to sit with discomfort and consider my reactions to his points.
—Ilana Masad, Them, 25 Nov. 2024
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Noun
One of the most common conditions that's associated with abdominal pain or discomfort is irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Eisenberg wanted to convey the irony of yearning to connect with your ancestors’ pain while being unwilling to experience — or even confront — any discomfort while doing so.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Morgan explores how getting comfortable with discomfort and owning our limitations can take us further and deepen our appreciation of the world’s complexity and richness.
—Esther K. Choy, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
His work is the best kind of provocative; requiring me to sit with discomfort and consider my reactions to his points.
—Ilana Masad, Them, 25 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for discomfort
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discomfort
Verb
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The exasperating drop-off in performance and results against sides they have been expected to overcome risked becoming a concerning, harmful trend.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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And while many scouts were concerned by Cooper’s score of 11 on the 50-question Wonderlic test, the Packers were drawn to his speed, athleticism and intensity.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Jobs have been scarce since the end of the peak TV era, leading to a general sense of unease among the membership.Gene Maddaus, Variety, 4 Dec. 2024
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Reports suggest plans are already creating unease among federal workers who are concerned about whether their jobs may be cut by the incoming administration.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Misalignments can lead to inefficiencies and inconvenience for EV drivers.Stacy Noblet, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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But if this sounds like an inconvenience, don't just take our word for it.Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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But, by 1985, Herr was worrying about the strain on his body.Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Let Bvlgari Do The Decorating At Bvlgari London, those who book the Bvlgari Suite for Christmas need not worry about bringing any festive décor.Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Then there are the hardships involved with paying for insurance to begin with.Aja Romano, Vox, 7 Dec. 2024
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On Thursday, Anderson appeared at the hearing by video and said the litigations has created a hardship for her.Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
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Sadly, the mainstream media hasn’t bothered to ask me any questions about it.Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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If your symptoms bother you, affect your quality of life, or interfere with your daily functioning, your healthcare provider can help.Jess Sims, Health, 15 Dec. 2024
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The lawsuit alleges negligent infliction of emotional distress and negligence.Jessika Harkay, Hartford Courant, 15 Dec. 2024
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While one source said the legal action is ongoing, the litigation is not creating any prohibitive financial distress for VREG.Matt Donnelly, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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The cat must be happy in their environment to thrive, so animal coordinators on movie sets must ensure that studio temperature, cast and crew interactions, and the moving of objects aren't a nuisance to the cat.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Muscle cramps can be a nuisance, but there are ways to relieve the pain and discomfort.Laura Schober, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discomfort. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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