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Noun
The patient is still experiencing some discomfort.
These new developments are being watched with discomfort by many of our allies.
Verb
the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
Methods for easing back pain are similar to those for managing general period pain and discomforts before and during your period.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 19 Jan. 2025
But following the medical timeout, which appeared to be for both an injury and discomfort with the heat in Melbourne, Sinner broke his opponent and pinched the third set.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Some levels of pain or discomfort, such as those created by the exertion of hard physical exercise, can have positive associations.
—Conor Purcell, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Consuming cream might cause digestive upset, including diarrhea or stomach discomfort, and pet owners are advised to consult a veterinarian before introducing dairy products into their cats' diets.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
Methods for easing back pain are similar to those for managing general period pain and discomforts before and during your period.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 19 Jan. 2025
But following the medical timeout, which appeared to be for both an injury and discomfort with the heat in Melbourne, Sinner broke his opponent and pinched the third set.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Some levels of pain or discomfort, such as those created by the exertion of hard physical exercise, can have positive associations.
—Conor Purcell, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discomfort. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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discomfort
1 of 2 verb
dis·com·fort
dis-ˈkəm(p)-fərt 
: to make uncomfortable or uneasy : distress
discomfort
2 of 2 noun
: physical or mental uneasiness
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