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upset by vs upset with

Both 'upset by' and 'upset with' are commonly used in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Upset by' is used when the cause of the upset is emphasized, while 'upset with' is used when the focus is on the person who is upset. Both phrases are correct and widely used.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 861 views

upset by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'upset by' when you want to emphasize the cause of the upset. For example, 'She was upset by his rude behavior.'

Examples:

I was upset by the news of his resignation.
The children were upset by the loud noise.
She was upset by the criticism from her boss.
He was upset by the loss of his favorite toy.
They were upset by the delay in the project.

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You... seem unusually upset by this discussion.
Kaps was upset by all of this.
You don't seem very upset by Patrick Fuller's death.
I'm sure he's upset by Joshua's death.
It is embarrassing but I am terribly upset by Mineuchi.
You don't seem too upset by what'sNhappened.
Of these 5 countries, 3 will be upset by a highly motivated anarchist revolution.
This balance of power was soon upset by Sultan Muhammad, who invaded Khurasan.
You're not upset by that.
Was she reasonably upset by this relentless pursuit?
In 1632,the centre was shocked and upset by an earthquake.
You're still upset by my dalliance with that short-lived Russian?
He's confused and upset by what happened, which is why we need to stay focused on the bigger picture.
The natural cycle of a man's life has been upset by erection enhancers.
Max is clearly so upset by all this that she's lost her mind.
Why would I be upset by such delightful news?
You seemed really upset by the verdict.
Mitch was very upset by what happened.
Everyone is upset by the events.
I'm sure that she is very upset by what just happened.

Alternatives:

disturbed by
bothered by
affected by
hurt by
offended by

upset with

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'upset with' when you want to focus on the person who is upset. For example, 'She was upset with her friend for forgetting her birthday.'

Examples:

I am upset with you for not keeping your promise.
She is upset with her husband for coming home late.
He was upset with his team for losing the game.
They are upset with the company for poor customer service.
She was upset with herself for making the mistake.

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She's upset with her life.
You're upset with me. That's obvious.
And you were upset with them after seeing your siblings.
You're very upset with me.
The chamberlains are greatly upset with you.
And they became really upset with me.
I think he's a little upset with me right now.
When he lie, he was pretty upset with Walter.
Mom, Chester's a little upset with you.
I'm upset with you because...
Relax, Harvey, I'm not upset with you anymore.
I'm just very upset with her at the moment.
Your dad is very upset with you.
I heard he got upset with you today.
Evan, I'm not upset with you.
To be honest, I'm a little upset with you.
I think you're upset with me.
She's pretty upset with you this morning.
I'm so upset with him, George.
I think she's upset with me.

Alternatives:

angry with
mad at
displeased with
annoyed with
frustrated with

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