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
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
But for some researchers, the discomfort that quantum jamming creates is inspiring new ideas.
—Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
That said, gentle stretching and other movement in the morning can help alleviate discomfort.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 17 Apr. 2026
These shoes also feature an open-toe design that lets your toes breathe without overcrowding and avoiding discomfort, pain, and blisters.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Marlins third baseman Graham Pauley left the game in the seventh inning with right oblique discomfort after spinning out of the way of a pitch.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
But for some researchers, the discomfort that quantum jamming creates is inspiring new ideas.
—Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
That said, gentle stretching and other movement in the morning can help alleviate discomfort.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 17 Apr. 2026
These shoes also feature an open-toe design that lets your toes breathe without overcrowding and avoiding discomfort, pain, and blisters.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for discomfort
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discomfort
Verb
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Left-wing nonprofit group Democracy Forward filed a Freedom of Information Act request on Tuesday to find records related to a recent report concerning drinking allegations against FBI Director Kash Patel.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Apr. 2026
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Once, when English visited, Hunt was concerned what his two young grandchildren might say in meeting this man who couldn’t walk.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Tens of thousands of layoffs at Meta over the last four years as the company balances its AI ambitions with investor unease.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, Burry signaled growing unease with the broader market after a relentless rally to record highs despite persistent geopolitical tensions.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Despite that, Bunnell and his neighbor, Tom Williams, who received the same notice, are frustrated by the inconvenience.—
Luzdelia Caballero,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Singh believes this model allows members to simply show up and play, without the inconvenience of coordinating with others or paying additional fees.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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A lot could happen before either makes their season debut, which is why Gil isn’t worrying about his future just yet.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Gutiérrez worries that Trump’s eagerness for a trophy that has evaded 12 Democratic and Republican presidents could get the better of him.—
Joshua Goodman,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Then, noticing changes in the wind and the rocking of the boat, an uneasiness crept over the veteran seaman.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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With time, any initial uneasiness and unfamiliarity on the part of our students gives way to a clearer understanding of preparedness and the confidence to act as their own first line of defense.—
Gayle Pearlstein,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Apr. 2026
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The causes of displacement are largely attributed to political conflict, corruption, violence and economic hardship, including widespread poverty.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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In those situations, borrowers who can demonstrate hardship and propose a realistic settlement may be able to negotiate more favorable terms than expected.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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With Minnesota viewing them as soft, the Nuggets hardly seem bothered by the criticism.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Fuqua and Logan can’t be bothered to figure it out.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mavromatis, in a complaint filed on Wednesday in North Carolina federal court, alleges violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act, wrongful discharge and intentional infliction of emotional distress.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
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Her suit accuses the company of violating the federal Family and Medical Leave Act, intentionally inflicting emotional distress, and wrongfully terminating her.—
Irin Carmon,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discomfort. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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