Distressing
Distressing adjective - Causing worry or anxiety.
Itchy and distressing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Itchy" instead an adjective "Distressing".
Itchy
Itchy adjective - Causing an unpleasant tingling sensation.
Distressing and itchy are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distressing" instead an adjective "Itchy".
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