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discomfort

/dɪsˈkʌmfɚt/ noun B1
  1. Mental or bodily distress. (countable, uncountable)
  2. Something that disturbs one’s comfort; an annoyance. (countable, uncountable)

Plural discomforts

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To add to their discomfort, they soon heard strange noises in the depths of the forest, and the Lion whispered to them that it was in this part of the country that the Kalidahs lived.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 40 · B2
It was at this moment of discomfort that the inspector’s voice called him to the visiting-room.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 1041 · C1
Furthermore, it is incredibly helpful to consciously acknowledge the discomfort you feel without immediately trying to escape it.
The Emotional Roots of Procrastination, p. 1 · C1
Action frequently precedes motivation, and learning to tolerate mild emotional discomfort is an essential skill for personal and professional growth.
The Emotional Roots of Procrastination, p. 1 · C1

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