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disturb
1. v. to confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
The noisy ventilation disturbed me during the exam.
The performance was disturbed twice by a ringing mobile phone.
A school of fish disturbed the water.
2. v. to divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.
A mudslide disturbed the course of the river.
The trauma disturbed his mind.
3. v. (intransitive) to have a negative emotional impact; to cause emotional distress or confusion.
A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer.
His behaviour is very disturbing.
4. n. (obsolete) disturbance

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

Emily is studying in her room right now, so please do not disturb her.  I cannot disturb the doctor at this time.  Does the cough disturb your sleep?  Don't disturb me while I'm studying.  "Don't disturb her. She is at work right now" he whispered.

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