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to distress
01
verontrusten, storen
to cause someone difficulty or hardship, particularly financial struggles or emotional turmoil
Transitive: to distress sb
Example
The sudden loss of his job distressed him greatly, as he struggled to pay his bills.
The unexpected medical expenses distressed the family, causing them to worry about their finances.
The economic downturn distressed many businesses, leading to layoffs and closures.
02
verontrusten, kwetsen
to make someone feel worried, sad, or hurt
Transitive: to distress sb
Example
The news of the accident distressed her deeply.
The loud arguments in the house distressed the children.
The illness of her pet distressed her more than she expected.
Distress
01
lijden, ellende
great anxiety, pain, or unhappiness
02
noodsituatie, hulpoproep
a situation where an airplane, ship, etc. requires help because it is in serious danger
Example
The distress call from the stranded hikers prompted an immediate search and rescue operation.
The distress signal from the sinking ship was picked up by nearby vessels.
The pilot radioed a distress message before the plane crashed in a remote area.
03
beslaglegging, vasthouden
the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim
04
lijden, kwelling
extreme physical pain
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