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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

duresse

/dʌˈrɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does duresse mean?

noun

A state of being oppressed or overpowered, often used to describe a feeling of being overwhelmed or dominated.

Example

"The weight of her responsibilities left her in a state of duresse, making it difficult to focus on anything else."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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