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anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /


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He said: "Someone may feel temporary relief from pain, anxiety or insomnia, but the root cause remains unaddressed."

From BBC

The film was an instant comic classic, taking in-law anxiety to new heights.

From Salon

He claimed at the tribunal in August that he had suffered from anxiety and depression, while a union representative said he "had suffered from a recognised condition that day, known as transient global amnesia".

From BBC

There is palpable anxiety that this diverse town, home to a sizable African American population, will lose its soul because people cannot afford to rebuild.

From Barron's

After weeks of late nights, family time and a slower pace, the shift back to routine can bring a mix of reluctance, anxiety and low energy – even if you don't dislike your job.

From BBC