Example Sentences

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Investors have rushed to the exit from private-credit funds run by Blue Owl and rivals, on concerns over their lending to software companies and other troubled sectors.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

We meet a fellow teacher and a student who both love Artie, a longtime female friend who moves away and misses him, a troubled male student who credits him with a life-changing intervention.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Argentina and Venezuela have long troubled foreign investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Adam is also troubled by the person he became while using Grok.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“Isn’t that right? I thought it was better to do it so, because Meg’s initials are M.M., and I don’t want anyone to use these but Marmee,” said Beth, looking troubled.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott