rather distressing

Frequency: 6.07.2 per million words

Indicates a moderate level of distress, often with a sense of understatement.

distressingADVERB + distressing

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rather

Examples (10)

  • The news about the accident was rather distressing for the whole family.
  • I found the documentary rather distressing to watch.
  • It's rather distressing to see so many homeless people on the streets.
  • The patient's condition became rather distressing overnight.
  • She found her daughter's behavior rather distressing lately.
  • The financial report revealed some rather distressing figures.
  • His constant complaints are becoming rather distressing for everyone.
  • The state of the old building was rather distressing to witness.
  • I must say, your story is rather distressing to hear.
  • The increasing crime rate is rather distressing for local residents.