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[ahngkst, angst] / ɑŋkst, æŋst /


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As an organizational psychologist, I’m convinced that Mark’s existential angst is not unique, nor is it relegated to content creators.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

That such a destiny is written in the stars, or that it ought to be guaranteed through the sheer gravity of my angst.

From Slate Aug. 28, 2026

The figures come during rising angst about when the vast sums of cash pumped into AI software and hardware will see a meaningful return, if ever.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

The FIA, the sport's governing body, was primarily responsible for the issues with energy starvation that have caused so much angst this season.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

In here I could smell the angst and earth and awkward of my own body, and I was embarrassed.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline




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