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The phrase "a particularly distressing time" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a period that is especially difficult or troubling for someone or a group of people.
Example: "The community faced a particularly distressing time after the natural disaster struck, leaving many families displaced."
Alternatives: "an especially troubling period" or "a notably difficult time".
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There are several reasons why the post-treatment period may be a particularly distressing time for breast cancer survivors.
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