Sentence examples of "distress" in English

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Her death was a great distress to all the family. Sa mort fut une grande détresse pour toute la famille.
We have overcome the first obstacle with sorrow and distress. Nous avons surmonté le premier obstacle avec peine et détresse.
The ship's captain ordered the radio operator to send a distress signal. Le capitaine du navire ordonna à l'opérateur radio d'envoyer un signal de détresse.
Many people were plunged into distress by the news. Beaucoup de gens ont été affligés par les informations.
There are those, who, in distress, seek the help of other people's prayers, but have no mind to pray for themselves. Il y a ceux qui, dans une situation désespérée, cherchent assistance dans les prières des autres, mais ne pensent pas à prier pour eux-mêmes.
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