disturb
verb (used with object)
to interrupt the quiet, rest, peace, or order of; unsettle.
am disturbing
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present progressiveof disturb (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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As a foreigner in Berlin, I know I am disturbing a delicate ecosystem, and I rely on my boyfriend, who is German, to negotiate a fair rent.
From The New Yorker ● Jul. 12, 2019
But if I am disturbing you I will go....
From Maximina by Palacio Valdés, Armando
At length he spoke in a low and tremulous tone:— 'I fear I am disturbing you, Miss Dacre?'
From The Young Duke by Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield
"Sorry if I am disturbing you, but I wanted a few words, if you can spare a minute."
From Enter Bridget by Cobb, Thomas
"I fear I am disturbing you?" he said, looking hard at the door.
From The Fallen Leaves by Collins, Wilkie
