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as in ailments
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
hoping that the doctor will be able to accurately diagnose my trouble
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as in threats
something that may cause injury or harm
that wild dog is trouble, so stay away
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as in problems
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the police officers first broke up the fight and then asked what the trouble was
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as in efforts
the active use of energy in producing a result
please, don't go to all that trouble just for me
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as in worries
to experience concern or anxiety
don't trouble about me—I'll be fine
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as in inconveniences
to cause discomfort to or trouble for
I hate to trouble you, but would you mind moving for a minute so I can sweep under your chair?
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Recent Examples of troubles
Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Camacho’s career included victories over Roberto Durán and Sugar Ray Leonard, but his life outside the ring was marked by struggles with addiction and legal troubles before his tragic death in 2012.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Duncan declined to speak with ProPublica and Chalkbeat about Chicago’s enrollment troubles.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
Moreover, there’s a chance that current data overstate the labor market’s troubles.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Are there troubles here, even though you’re supposed to leave them outside?
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Due to its financial troubles, local officials have introduced measures to tackle the overwhelming deficit, including reducing fare evasion.
—Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Many in this group endured intermittent homelessness throughout their lives, and now their troubles are compounded by aging.
—Felice J. Freyer, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
And what further troubles insurers is large-scale studies show that GLP-1s don’t lead to medical cost savings, at least not in the short term.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Katie Kitamura
august 21, Literary Hub, 21 Aug. 2025
Notwithstanding, firing Erika McEntarfer troubles me greatly.
—Phillip Molnar, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
Almost 10% of all EVs and hybrids and more than 5% of all cars sold in Europe in July were Chinese-built, and brands such as BYD and XPENG are using Munich to show off new models, even as some Chinese carmakers face troubles at home.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Camacho’s career included victories over Roberto Durán and Sugar Ray Leonard, but his life outside the ring was marked by struggles with addiction and legal troubles before his tragic death in 2012.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Duncan declined to speak with ProPublica and Chalkbeat about Chicago’s enrollment troubles.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
Moreover, there’s a chance that current data overstate the labor market’s troubles.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Are there troubles here, even though you’re supposed to leave them outside?
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Due to its financial troubles, local officials have introduced measures to tackle the overwhelming deficit, including reducing fare evasion.
—Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Many in this group endured intermittent homelessness throughout their lives, and now their troubles are compounded by aging.
—Felice J. Freyer, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
And what further troubles insurers is large-scale studies show that GLP-1s don’t lead to medical cost savings, at least not in the short term.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
In visceral and unrelenting prose, the novel troubles the easy distinctions between victim and perpetrator.
—Katie Kitamura
august 21, Literary Hub, 21 Aug. 2025
Notwithstanding, firing Erika McEntarfer troubles me greatly.
—Phillip Molnar, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for troubles
Noun
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And, in the course of the novel, the characters do, in fact, die, one after another, but mostly from the ailments of old age.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
6 Sep. 2025
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The partnership tried to play through the ailments, but the results weren’t materializing for most of the year.—
The Athletic Tennis Staff,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The threats are sometimes even leveled against family members.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Looking at the depth chart, the Eagles now have three threats coming out of the backfield.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Attached to Paxton is a long list of ethical and moral problems.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Ellison pledged to give away 95% of his wealth to advance scientific research and solve complex problems related to health and aging.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Despite my best efforts to neatly square away all of my things inside my carry-on bag or checked luggage, my suitcase eventually ends up looking like a scene out of Twisters.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Schneider said any crackdowns on potential violators are more likely to be aimed at organized efforts to circumvent consumer protection laws, rather than go after every individual who may skirt regulations.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The growing number of satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) also worries space sustainability experts, who warn about the increasing risk of orbital collisions.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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But the immigration worries – with threats of arrest, detention, and deportation for workers – are just one way Trump’s policies are holding back construction.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These rules, enforced by the state Department of Health, are designed to prevent outbreaks of contagious illnesses that once posed widespread threats.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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Public records and lawsuits show that many in-custody deaths involved serious health care lapses — medication being withheld, delayed care and failure to monitor people with serious illnesses.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rip currents are the deadliest of surf-zone dangers, making up the majority of deaths among beach swimmers every year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the dangers to children and families are mounting.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Funding challenges often hamper business growth and expansion.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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His challenges intensify this week at home against USC.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Troubles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/troubles. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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