worrisome

Example Sentences

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The issue is especially worrisome as Oracle grows capital expenditures to an expected $57 billion this year, partly financed with what is now $135 billion in total debt.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

I saw this as a very clean, wholesome, funny show, with innocent, though sometimes worrisome childhood struggles that many people could relate to, if only aspirationally for some.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Another big increase in services prices in February, though not expected, would be a worrisome sign.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

But it’s still a persistent and worrisome problem.

From Slate • Mar. 1, 2026

Whenever Keisha showed worrisome symptoms, the Merritts acted as if it was a life-threatening emergency, which made me feel left out.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter