English

disturb

dɪˈstɝːb, dɪˈstɜrb, dɪsˈtɜːb
Meaning: to disturb
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: dɪˈstɜrb, dɪsˈtɜːb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base disturb
3rd person singular present disturbs
Present participle disturbing
Past disturbed
Will future will disturb
Going-to future going to disturb
Imperative negative don't disturb / do not disturb

Example sentences

I'm sorry to disturb you while you're working.
I'm sorry to disturb you while you're working.
He intentionally left his phone at home to avoid being disturbed.
He intentionally left his phone at home to avoid being disturbed.

Usage Notes

To interrupt someone or something, often causing a loss of focus or peace.

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