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as in disease
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 threat
something that may cause injury or harm
that wild dog is trouble, so stay away
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as in problem
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 effort
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 risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
if you think your brother might be in trouble, then let's go check up on him
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as in to worry
to experience concern or anxiety
don't trouble about me—I'll be fine
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as in to bother
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 trouble
Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
Its troubles began in 2022 after regulators declared the company unfit to operate its casinos following media reports of money laundering at its properties.
—Yessar Rosendar, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
But the federal effort to regulate ghost guns has been troubled by uneven enforcement, significant loopholes and court challenges.
—Annie Karni, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Threat level: Eating a New York-style pizza (Philly's fave) with a fork and knife is the quickest way to find yourself in deep-dish trouble in Philly.
—Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
Its troubles began in 2022 after regulators declared the company unfit to operate its casinos following media reports of money laundering at its properties.
—Yessar Rosendar, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Verb
Soulmate Instead Gen Z Man Backed for Walking Out of Interview Over a 'Personal Question'
Internet Obsessed With Hilarious Reason Woman Will 'Never Trust a Man'
Keith's behavior had troubled OP before.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
But the federal effort to regulate ghost guns has been troubled by uneven enforcement, significant loopholes and court challenges.
—Annie Karni, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trouble
Noun
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Modern hybrids feature the best of both worlds, with better pest and disease resistance, high production and really good flavor.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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Millions of Americans depend on our nation's research institutions for treatments and cures to the diseases that devastate families every day.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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The greatest tornado threat will begin later in the afternoon and continue overnight.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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Evacuation information from Cal Fire Evacuation Orders Immediate threat to life.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The team’s defensive problems have been well documented.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rajula Srivastava, for contributions in harmonic analysis and analytic number theory, including contributions to the problem of counting rational points near smooth manifolds.—
Alex Cramer,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Apr. 2025
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The grant terminations have drawn criticism for jeopardizing historical preservation efforts, educational programs like National History Day, and research projects across the country.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
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His effort, which involved dozens of fellow Senate Democrats asking questions to relieve his speaking burden, set a record for the longest speech on record in the chamber.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
5 Apr. 2025
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The country could be at risk of losing its elimination status if an outbreak continued for more than one year.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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But experts warned that the tariffs, which ranged from a baseline 10% for most nations up to more than 100% for Chinese imports, raised the risks of a recession and would likely reignite inflation.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The lack of progress on an imminent peace deal will worry Trump but could spur a round of tariffs and other sanctions.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Musk ‘brand tornado crisis’ hits sales Analysts continue to worry that Musk’s actions elsewhere are hurting Tesla.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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Chicago Bears - Will Campbell, OL, LSU Will Campbell has fallen a bit due to his shorter arm length, but that likely won't bother Ben Johnson.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Because Congress never bothered to write a law to establish it.—
Jay Cost,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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Supports the immune system and may help prevent seasonal ailments such as colds and flu.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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James averaged 25 points (51.7% shooting from the field, 38.4% from 3-point range), 8.5 assists and 8.2 rebounds while playing in 58 of the Lakers’ first 62 games before missing time because of the groin ailment.—
Khobi Price,
Orange County Register,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Trouble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trouble. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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