trouble
verb (used with object)
to disturb the mental calm and contentment of; worry; distress; agitate.
have been troubling
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present perfect progressiveof trouble.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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But the effects of this shift on cities have been troubling, many economists argue, as urban leaders struggle to revive the downtown areas sapped of some workers who used to eat, drink and shop there.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 13, 2024
In October, Drake announced that he would be taking a break from making new music to focus on health issues with his stomach that have been troubling him “for years.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 20, 2023
Accuracy problems have been troubling the Ravens’ quarterback again, and it cost the Ravens this game.
From New York Times ● Dec. 5, 2021
So the stories have been troubling and alarming.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 17, 2017
“Let us hope so. The narrow sea is perilous this time of year, and of late there have been troubling reports of strange ships seen amongst the Stepstones.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
