considerable distress

Frequency: 7.512.8 per million words

describes a large amount of suffering or anxiety

distressADJECTIVE + distress

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considerable

Examples (10)

  • The delay in the verdict caused the family considerable distress.
  • She was in considerable distress after losing her beloved pet.
  • The company's bankruptcy has placed its employees under considerable financial distress.
  • He tried to hide it, but his voice revealed considerable distress.
  • Victims of the natural disaster are experiencing considerable emotional distress.
  • The lengthy investigation was a source of considerable distress for everyone involved.
  • A therapist can help individuals who are suffering from considerable psychological distress.
  • It was clear that the sudden news had put him in a state of considerable distress.
  • We must take steps to alleviate the considerable distress felt by the refugees.
  • The patient showed signs of considerable distress when asked about the incident.