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worried

[wur-eed, wuhr-] / ˈwɜr id, ˈwʌr- /


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In fact, he’s worried that if gas prices go much higher, it might put him out of business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

But workers are worried about “FOBO” — the fear of becoming obsolete if artificial intelligence takes over their work.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Many investors and others are worried that a bubble is forming and may burst in artificial intelligence-related stocks and spending.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

For a while, Magyar worried if he had made a mistake: "I have three kids, I love them very much and I was very much worried about their future as well."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“I knew how hard it was when you and Jonah grew apart before. I was worried you’d had a fight or something, but I didn’t want to push.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison