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to distress
01
angosciare, affliggere
to cause someone difficulty or hardship, particularly financial struggles or emotional turmoil
Transitive: to distress sb
Esempi
The steep increase in rent distressed the tenants, who struggled to afford basic necessities.
Il forte aumento dell'affitto ha angosciato gli inquilini, che faticavano a permettersi le necessità di base.
Distress
01
afflizione
a state of extreme emotional pain or suffering
Esempi
His face showed clear signs of distress.
Il suo viso mostrava chiari segni di angoscia.
02
pena
a situation where an airplane, ship, etc. requires help because it is in serious danger
Esempi
The distress flares fired by the stranded sailors were spotted by a passing aircraft.
I razzi di soccorso lanciati dai marinai naufraghi sono stati avvistati da un aereo di passaggio.
03
the act of seizing and holding property as security for debt or to satisfy a claim
Esempi
He sought legal advice regarding distress of his equipment.
04
intense physical pain or suffering
Esempi
The emergency room treats individuals in acute distress.
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