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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
Art De Roché, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Nationwide strikes and protests over Belgium’s reform plans caused flight disruptions at two major airports and troubles on public transport on Tuesday, with police there using tear gas and a water cannon to try to disperse crowds, The Associated Press reported.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
According to Hulu, the series will also give viewers a dramatized look into how family members grappled with the legal troubles of the Murdaughs, as well as news of the murders.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Darius McCrary, best known for his iconic role as Eddie Winslow on the hit 90s sitcom Family Matters, is now facing serious legal troubles, including a possible prison sentence of up to four years.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 15 Oct. 2025
The singer launched a world tour but began to struggle with substance abuse and other personal troubles that would delay his next record for more than a decade.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
Petty noted that local transit services are facing funding troubles that could mean service cuts and worse traffic.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025
Also good is Will Harrison as Buster, the oldest son, with troubles of his own.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 13 Oct. 2025
He has also been involved in several controversies, including financial and legal troubles.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Melinda Newman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
But the financial angle troubles her further.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
And that troubles me greatly as well, because TikTok was a potential alternative to old mass media.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
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
Noun
Combine that display with Odegaard’s recent injury troubles, and Eze has played much more centrally since the City game.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Nationwide strikes and protests over Belgium’s reform plans caused flight disruptions at two major airports and troubles on public transport on Tuesday, with police there using tear gas and a water cannon to try to disperse crowds, The Associated Press reported.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
According to Hulu, the series will also give viewers a dramatized look into how family members grappled with the legal troubles of the Murdaughs, as well as news of the murders.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Darius McCrary, best known for his iconic role as Eddie Winslow on the hit 90s sitcom Family Matters, is now facing serious legal troubles, including a possible prison sentence of up to four years.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 15 Oct. 2025
The singer launched a world tour but began to struggle with substance abuse and other personal troubles that would delay his next record for more than a decade.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
Petty noted that local transit services are facing funding troubles that could mean service cuts and worse traffic.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025
Also good is Will Harrison as Buster, the oldest son, with troubles of his own.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 13 Oct. 2025
He has also been involved in several controversies, including financial and legal troubles.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
Rather, what troubles him are the claims that the song’s success has been manufactured.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
But the financial angle troubles her further.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
And that troubles me greatly as well, because TikTok was a potential alternative to old mass media.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
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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Sadly, his time with the company has been marred by injury and other physical ailments.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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But Spoelstra downplayed Jakucionis’ ailments.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Trump’s threats of an extra 100% tariff on China is believed to have triggered a $19 billion sell-off that began Friday.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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But threats can range from someone with a gun, to someone resisting arrest, to many scenarios in between.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His crossing caused problems all evening and led to the opening goal for Munoz before a superb drag back and cross with the outside of his boot was met by Eddie Nketiah to double Palace’s lead.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Directed by Aziz Ansari and co-starring Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer, the movie casts Reeves as a guardian angel who loses his wings while trying to teach a human that money doesn’t solve one’s problems.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Anthropic has rebuked federal government efforts to preempt state-level oversight of AI — a notably different stance than that of OpenAI, which has pushed for less regulation.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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Tulane University professor Susann Lusnia, part of the team who identified the artifact, recently visited the museum in Civitavecchia as part of the repatriation efforts.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Such variability worries Hedy Chang, executive director of Attendance Works, a national nonprofit organization focused on chronic absenteeism.—
Eli Cahan,
Rolling Stone,
16 Oct. 2025
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Celia Monreal worries every day about the cartilage loss in her husband’s knees.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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These payments, which are tax-free, are intended for veterans whose disabilities are connected to illnesses, injuries, or events that developed or were aggravated during active duty.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Louis said illnesses such as breast cancer aren’t spoken about among Haitian immigrants, and not doing so could have harmful effects.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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However, owners should also be cautious of potential dangers and hazards of outdoor adventures, as this pet parent learned from the dog's frightful fall.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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The government has acknowledged the dangers of inhaling silica dust for decades.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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Though his career was marked by flashes of brilliance, including another 1,400-yard rushing season in 2015, it was also marred by injuries and off-field challenges.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Economists warn the incoming administration faces immediate challenges, including securing fuel supplies and building coalitions in a fragmented legislature.—
Reuters 3 min ago,
CNN Money,
20 Oct. 2025
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