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Meanings of troubled in English

Characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination.

        Characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need.

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              The source said: She was deeply troubled by the situation with Fadi.
              News.com.au
              2
              However, of course, what troubled us most was the military campaign itself.
              A journey: my political life
              3
              Britain's main problem is that it's doing best in a troubled continent.
              Reuters
              4
              Button's car required a power unit change following a troubled afternoon session.
              Radio NZ
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              The troubled banks' Cypriot deposits equal 26 billion euros, according to Nomura.
              Reuters
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              She later engaged with the public on issues affecting the troubled area.
              The South African
              7
              Of course, Chicago and cyanide have a troubled history in this regard.
              Wired
              8
              Her troubled spirit was eased and she said, Thank you, my children.
              Book Four: Tales From Ancient Days
              9
              Fine art and property are also considered sure bets in troubled times.
              Reuters
              10
              The high stone wall circling it spoke of troubled times long past.
              The Wise Man’s Fear
              11
              There was a waiting list of troubled children for the facilities available.
              The Irish Times
              12
              PPIP was intended to help rebuild a market for troubled mortgage debt.
              Reuters
              13
              Money which can buy food for his children in these troubled times.
              The Reality Dysfunction
              14
              Almost everyone will agree that we live in a deeply troubled society.
              Industrial Society and Its Future
              15
              Nobody troubled about the fate of the unfortunate emperor in his capital.
              A History of China
              16
              A fresh scandal hit Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's troubled cabinet today.
              The Irish Times
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