anxiously
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Leonor Escobar, her mother, had watched anxiously, with the mayor of the city, Alejandro Eder, and rescue personnel assuring her.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
The sailors anxiously watched as tugboats battled the blaze that had engulfed storage tanks.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
As David and Ally anxiously await the verdict of the trial, one key question remains unanswered - what will happen to Marcus and the other babies.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
Wagler anxiously bounced his legs after Silver announced to the crowd that the Washington Wizards had five minutes to make the first selection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
“Don’t let Amy come. She never had it, and I should hate to give it to her. Can’t you and Meg have it over again?” asked Beth, anxiously.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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