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
Erica Sloan, SELF, 28 July 2025
The relaxed sleeves won’t restrict your movement or cause discomfort in the summer heat, and the longer hem provides ample coverage without feeling too modest.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025
This in turn can boost the blood flow, speed up healing, and helps ease discomfort in stiff joints.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
While the fire ant posed only a slight public health risk (mainly involving discomfort), a giant DDT spraying program was undertaken that killed other wildlife in the area and posed a threat to human health.
—Lida Maxwell
july 18, Literary Hub, 18 July 2025
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Verb
Coupled with random or easy bruising, any new-to-you symptoms or discomfort is plenty of reason to pay your doctor a visit.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 28 July 2025
The relaxed sleeves won’t restrict your movement or cause discomfort in the summer heat, and the longer hem provides ample coverage without feeling too modest.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025
This in turn can boost the blood flow, speed up healing, and helps ease discomfort in stiff joints.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
While the fire ant posed only a slight public health risk (mainly involving discomfort), a giant DDT spraying program was undertaken that killed other wildlife in the area and posed a threat to human health.
—Lida Maxwell
july 18, Literary Hub, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discomfort
Verb
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While some prominent voices have praised Harvard’s response, prospective students may be concerned about the potential ramifications of this ongoing dispute.—
Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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With that, the renowned institution – considered one of the best children’s hospitals in the country – continues a recent pattern of reticence when asked about not just employees but activities that concern politics or a matter of national controversy.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Dave Bautista gives a quietly mesmerizing performance as Leonard—a hulking figure whose soft-spoken gentleness only heightens the unease—joined by a scruffily unnerving Rupert Grint and wrenching turns from Ben Aldridge and Jonathan Groff as the parents.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
29 July 2025
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Yet my unease must be a tiny fraction of that of men from either side on the ground that night.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
27 July 2025
Noun
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In the meantime, inbound and outbound travelers can expect some temporary inconveniences as construction begins on the atrium infill project near the airport’s baggage carousels.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The airline apologizes for the inconvenience caused.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Rather than worry, the best advice is to start getting prepared.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Still, shivering in the night chill and worrying about sharks for something that may not even lead to a good ride?—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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This work is also a tribute to the rich and inspiring story of the Black church in America—a story laden with hope and hardship.—
AudioFile Magazine
July 31,
Literary Hub,
31 July 2025
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Thrift stores offer affordable options for consumers, especially during economic hardship, and contribute to community support through donations and job creation.—
Molly Gregory,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
Verb
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But one aspect of his robberies bothers him to this day.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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This means that some people might not bother using them.—
Ben Coxworth
July 26,
New Atlas,
26 July 2025
Noun
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Extreme heat can also be an obstacle to exercising, spending time in nature, and socializing, all of which can make people feel good and also double as important coping mechanisms for emotional distress.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
26 July 2025
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The lawsuit alleges both Transdev, which contracts with Boston Public Schools to provide bus transportation, and the driver Jean Charles were negligent and inflicted emotional distress on the family.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
25 July 2025
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Last month, Los Angeles city officials declared these properties a public nuisance because of their failure to take action to clean up debris.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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The cicadas swarming in and around Cincinnati can be a nuisance.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discomfort. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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