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[ahngkst, angst] / ɑŋkst, æŋst /


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Stubbornly high Treasury yields, the lack of an agreement on ending the U.S. war with Iran, and a near 10% gain for global crude prices since last Friday’s close added to the market’s angst.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The vibe might feel more like early March again if gasoline tightness leads to more consumer angst.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

A few weeks after Gatto took over vocals, they knocked out four songs, highlighted by the aggressive doom of “Time to Burn” and the blasting guitars that echo Gatto’s melodic angst on “Hot Pursuit.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The angst must have been off the charts.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Is he saying the right things, or is he letting all his doubt and existential angst shine through?

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon




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