upset
verb (used with object)
to overturn.
was upsetting
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past progressiveof upset.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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If that was upsetting to you during Tuesday’s debate, you might be dismayed to learn that deep beneath our expressive faces lie thoughts, dreams, frustrations, and other markers of human agency.
From Slate ● Sep. 11, 2024
A solicitor representing the families of six victims of Lucy Letby said speculation about the safety of the nurse's conviction was "upsetting" for all of her clients.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2024
It wasn’t the most earth-shattering news for the region, but it was upsetting to many Mexican American families in the heavily Latino seat of Orange County.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2024
To Abbott and Harcus, the review was upsetting, but not impactful, because Lupo wasn’t Lupo yet.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 26, 2023
Joffrey looked pouty; somehow she was upsetting him.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
