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
Tribune Content Agency, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Therapies for a groin strain may include: Rest: Avoid movements or activities that cause pain or discomfort in the early recovery stage.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Apr. 2025
Your doctor will usually do an ultrasound to see what’s happening inside your pelvis and confirm if a cyst is to blame for your discomfort.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
If your dog's discomfort is related to motion sickness, talk to your veterinarian about antinausea medication.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Patients report reduced neuropathic pain, improved sleep, and relief from muscle cramps and gastrointestinal discomfort when using medical cannabis.
—Tribune Content Agency, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Therapies for a groin strain may include: Rest: Avoid movements or activities that cause pain or discomfort in the early recovery stage.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Apr. 2025
Your doctor will usually do an ultrasound to see what’s happening inside your pelvis and confirm if a cyst is to blame for your discomfort.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
If your dog's discomfort is related to motion sickness, talk to your veterinarian about antinausea medication.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discomfort
Verb
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This episode raises fundamental questions beyond Harvard concerning the Constitution and the meaning of education.—
Larry P. Arnn,
National Review,
3 May 2025
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As far as this season is concerned, the Dodgers’ main priority will be letting his shoulder calm down, then working with him to try and find tweaks to his delivery.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
Noun
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The angst about the Fed’s independence on Monday came against a backdrop of investors’ unease about the global economy.—
Danielle Kaye,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Its grand facade, looming over the misty abyss of Tequendama Falls, is the kind of place that invites amazement and a little unease.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In compensation for the inconvenience, owners of the old second-gen device can get a 50 percent discount on the Tado Smart Thermostat X, which works with Euro systems and Google Home.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
25 Apr. 2025
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Janine’s exuberance and dedication to treating kids (especially Black kids) like a gift instead of an inconvenience is a lesson for us all, particularly since rhetoric toward little humans is increasingly veering past snarky to hostile and inhumane.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Moran worries that Alvarado, a diabetic breast cancer survivor who suffers from high blood pressure and needs to eat and drink frequently, will have poor access to her medication in detention — or after deportation.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2025
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According to Breen’s brother-in-law, Corey Feist, many people worried that any move to take care of their mental health could affect their jobs.—
Christina Ray Stanton,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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That said, the market has become more uncertain over the last few months, and employers may use that to claim hardship and deny raises.—
Caroline Ceniza-Levine,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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More broadly, endowments can help shield schools from financial hardships and maintain their long-term reputations.—
Todd L. Ely,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Luckily, my dog doesn’t bother the plants—except the ones in the garden—but this plant stand gives me peace of mind anyway.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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Travel delays don’t bother Blues The Blues got stuck in Winnipeg after Game 5 due to an issue with the plane that was bringing them back to St. Louis.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Noun
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On Tuesday, April 29, Patrick Cooper filed a lawsuit against Tisci, 50, claiming assault, battery, false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress and violations of New York State’s Gender-Motivated Violence Act.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The letter noted that Connelly allowed this to carry on as West showed symptoms of neurological and behavioral distress.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
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While the Black Series trailers are no longer a problem for City of Industry and Los Angeles County authorities, Wildomar officials say the trailers are now a nuisance for them.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Both communities have spotlighted the importance of responsible tourism, where travelers are respectful and supportive of the local community, without being a nuisance or irresponsible.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discomfort. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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