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anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /


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Cox Automative projected a US sales decline of 6.5 percent, with the boost from expected lofty tax refunds offset by affordability difficulties and anxiety about the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Chloe, a single mum who also relies on the pantry, said rising prices have made her anxiety "a lot worse".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

I had so much built-up anxiety about facing my own numbers, but seeing my boyfriend lay his cards on the table gave me the courage to finally log in and look at mine.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

The rise of artificial intelligence that can generate text and images has prompted anxiety about the future.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The mere sight of a police officer or a judge was enough to make him perspire with anxiety.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood