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anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /


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“War of the Worlds” remains a fascinating film within the director’s space alien canon because it has an anxiety and uncertainty that isn’t often found elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

She said there was a "higher risk of depression, anxiety, poor sleep and poor health in adolescence that arises from smartphone use".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Claire’s hum comes out of nowhere, and while no one quite dismisses her as a “hysteric,” stress and anxiety are offered as diagnoses, to her immense irritation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

That anxiety can be seen in the reaction to Friday’s strong jobs report for May, which sent highflying tech stocks sharply lower and bond yields higher.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

I join in and hope my voice doesn’t betray the anxiety coursing through me.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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