as in worried
feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty
we could tell by the troubled looks on their faces that the news was not promising
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as in feared
to experience concern or anxiety
don't trouble about me—I'll be fine
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as in disturbed
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 troubled
Peter Debruge, Variety, 26 Mar. 2025
The people affected by the decision come from the region’s most troubled countries.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
Setting: The Maldives Main Characters Patrick Schwarzenegger as Tristan Kennedy
A charismatic but troubled political scion trying to escape his family’s legacy.
—Martine Paris, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The former had Tom Hardy as a troubled guy named Locke watching his life unravel during a feature-length road trip.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Before the trouble starts, Levon is beloved by all, with co-workers bringing him homemade meals and his boss, Joe Garcia (Michael Peña), giving the troubled ex-commando a chance to go straight.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 26 Mar. 2025
The people affected by the decision come from the region’s most troubled countries.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
Setting: The Maldives Main Characters Patrick Schwarzenegger as Tristan Kennedy
A charismatic but troubled political scion trying to escape his family’s legacy.
—Martine Paris, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The former had Tom Hardy as a troubled guy named Locke watching his life unravel during a feature-length road trip.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for troubled
Adjective
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Many Americans are worried that their First Amendment right to free speech is fading.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2025
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The patient’s toe had been amputated because of an infection causing unbearable pain and Dr Shaik, a neurology resident overseeing her care was worried.—
Hansa Bhargava,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The mineral can stay airborne for days once disturbed, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Jan. 2025
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The relationship quickly unearthed something that disturbed him.—
Joshua Kaplan,
ProPublica,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Some people find that drinking it on an empty stomach, such as before breakfast, can also lead to digestive upset or acid reflux.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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This resulted in the anonymous poster feeling guilty and upset.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Burt was estimated to be over 90-years-old and weighed a staggering 700kg, per The Independent.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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According to the organization's website, Burt was 16 feet, 8 inches long and weighed more than 1,500 pounds.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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Not that Wendlinger is anxious for her time with the Mustangs to end.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Friday, a government report showed that the U.S. labor market held up better than expected in March despite the federal government’s layoffs, the crackdown on immigrants, and surveys showing that consumers and businesses are increasingly anxious about the economy.—
Josh Fellman,
Quartz,
4 Apr. 2025
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With the exception of the Russell 2000, which gained 1%, none of the major indices bothered to get out of bed the day after Christmas.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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In fact, if you can’t be bothered even to reach for the remote to select this new button, the latest firmware update will also automatically start playing the next episode after a countdown.—
John Archer,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Teachers are nervous about a new online portal where students or parents can file complaints about diversity, equity and inclusion lessons in class with the U.S. Department of Education.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2025
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People get nervous, especially when a show is so popular.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Inflation, perhaps stiffened by tariffs, and uncertainty over the future of the labor market have left consumers feeling uneasy.—
DeArbea Walker,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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But the Armageddon-level stakes of unrest in the region should make anyone uneasy about mishaps.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Troubled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/troubled. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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