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distress

Prononciation : [dɪsˈtrɛs]

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Contexte : « emotional state »

(noun) a feeling of great sadness or worry. It’s like when you’re really upset about something, and it makes you feel heavy inside.

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She felt relief after sharing her distress with a trusted friend.

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He wasn't in distress; he was actually very happy about his new job.

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What do you do when you're in distress?

Contexte : « emotional state »

(verb) to make someone feel very worried or unhappy. If something bad happens, it can distress you and make you feel sad.

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The news of her promotion did not distress him at all.

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The loud noise from the construction did not distress the students during their exam.

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Does your situation at home distress you in any way?

Contexte : « physical condition »

(noun) physical suffering or pain. This can happen if someone is hurt or very sick.

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The doctor checked for any signs of distress during the examination.

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After the treatment, the patient showed no signs of distress.

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Is there any distress that you are feeling in your body right now?

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