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anxious

[angk-shuhs, ang-] / ˈæŋk ʃəs, ˈæŋ- /




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Anne said she felt "anxious and scared" and started to question everything.

From BBC

Americans are understandably anxious about artificial intelligence, and politicians are eager to assuage their fears before the midterm elections.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I am more composed than ever, and I frankly feel less anxious than ever,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

"I was so sad and shocked and anxious. I didn't feel like I could tell anyone. I literally became a shell of myself."

From BBC

We drove a short distance to the address, where an anxious man guided the confused woman through the front door.

From Los Angeles Times