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

"I am disturbing you," said I, for courtesy's sake.

From Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea by Verne, Jules

"I see that I am disturbing you," she said, preparing to retreat.

From Orley Farm by Trollope, Anthony

"I fear I am disturbing you?" he said, looking hard at the door.

From The Fallen Leaves by Collins, Wilkie

"I am disturbing you," I said to Prudence.

From Camille by Dumas fils, Alexandre