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Distress
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(Noun) Synonym of anguishIn reference to the process of aging something, often wood or wooden furniture, so it takes on an aged, weathered or antique look. A patina especially in reference to metal. Also referred to as antiquing or aging. Any number of means, physical and chemical, can be used to accomplish the distressing of an object
Usage: He distressed the wooden beams by pounding them with chains.
(Noun) extreme anxiety, sorrow or pain
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