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To interrupt someone's activity or peace, often unintentionally.
Das laute Radio stört mich beim Lesen.
The loud radio is disturbing me while I read.
Commonly used to express annoyance or to politely ask not to be interrupted.
Use 'stören' carefully in formal settings to avoid sounding rude.
From Middle High German 'stören', possibly related to 'stürzen' (to fall).
Often used in polite contexts to avoid causing inconvenience.