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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

distress

/dɪˈstrɛs/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does distress mean?

noun, verb

A state of suffering or pain, or a signal of distress, such as a light or a call for help. To cause someone or something to feel great suffering or pain.

Example

"The distress signal was sent out after the ship sank in the storm."

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