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anguished

[ang-gwisht] / ˈæŋ gwɪʃt /




ADJECTIVE
pained
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Their two duets—one of anguished farewell, the other of joyful reunion—were beautifully blended.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

"At least that's my take on it. He looks as if he's kind of a bit anguished about having to make this oath."

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

With 30-odd years in television, Walker has benefited from, and anguished over, the many changes in the industry, including the increasing number of female producers and executives.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2026

That kind of anguished, not-funny witticism is another commonplace of the American educated classes: OMG, what has happened to this country?

From Salon May 31, 2026

Her mother's anguished wailing lasted all day, but there was nothing to be done.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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