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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Rachel Tavel, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
The intangible discomforts of self-discovery have always found captivating, expressive purpose in the films of Naoko Yamada, one of the most idiosyncratic and influential directors currently working in anime.
—Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
To address discomfort, both Dr. Davis and Dr. Ahmed suggest applying a warm compress and taking an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
But if you’re used to a soft mattress and the hotel provides a firm one (or vice versa), this difference can create discomfort, resulting in poor sleep posture and restless sleep.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2024
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Testers noted that the mattress cradled the body, helping alleviate discomfort around the hips and shoulders.
—Rachel Tavel, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
The intangible discomforts of self-discovery have always found captivating, expressive purpose in the films of Naoko Yamada, one of the most idiosyncratic and influential directors currently working in anime.
—Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
To address discomfort, both Dr. Davis and Dr. Ahmed suggest applying a warm compress and taking an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
But if you’re used to a soft mattress and the hotel provides a firm one (or vice versa), this difference can create discomfort, resulting in poor sleep posture and restless sleep.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2024
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This is especially concerning for the x86 crowd because both systems aren’t far off in price from the MacBook Pro tested here, especially the HP ZBook workstation.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Two potential constitutional amendments are also on the ballot, concerning noncitizen voting and public and private school funding.Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
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Hanan Townshend’s score, with its heavy, rhythmic breathing and ethereal tones, cultivates a constant atmosphere of unease.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
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Voters interviewed at polling sites described going to cast their ballots with a deep sense of unease.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Cirque du Soleil has apologized for the inconvenience.Monica Hooper, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
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The inconvenience of washing (and drying) a comforter once a week may seem super overwhelming—which is where those handy covers and top sheets come into play.Suzy Forman, SELF, 24 Oct. 2024
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Travelers who are used to sailing the warm Caribbean waters might feel hesitant to sail in the region’s colder aid, worried about seasickness or simply unsure about the destinations themselves.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Many also worry that U.S. disengagement could lead other countries to backpedal on existing climate pledges or scale back future ambitions.Reuters, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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But Musk’s cuts have not spared the platform from deep financial hardship.Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2024
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But both parents suffered from blindness, and his family faced much economic hardship growing up.Ignacio Ornelas, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Advertisement Martha Stewart is an ‘unreliable narrator’ but also ‘a visionary,’ documentary director says: R.J. Cutler, the director of Netflix’s ‘Martha,’ discussed his film about the lifestyle guru and businesswoman and how he isn’t bothered by her criticism of it.Matt Brennan, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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While climate denial allows people to protect themselves from feelings of distress, terror management theory suggests that denying death is just the tip of the iceberg.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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Twigs’s success over the years has been used as a tactic by LaBeouf’s legal team to undermine her accusation of emotional distress.Arimeta Diop, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
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In journalism circles, Mezrich is known as one of the great nuisances of modern nonfiction — a man who has built his career making things up.Simon van Zuylen-Wood, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
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The county contends the plastic pollution traced to products made by the companies constitutes a public nuisance that they must be forced to redress.Nate Raymond, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discomfort. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
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