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Trouble

usgb/ˈtrʌbl/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
'Trouble' often implies negative outcomes, so it's used in challenging or undesirable situations. SlideThey're expecting financial trouble next month.
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Emotional IntensityPlay
Using 'trouble' can suggest a strong emotional response, like worry or anxiety. SlideWhen she didn't arrive, I started to feel trouble in my heart.