worry
/ˈwɜri/
verb
- To feel anxious or troubled about something, especially something that might happen.
- He worried that he would miss the flight.
- Don't worry about the test; you studied hard.
- She worries about her children when they are late.
- To cause someone to feel anxious or troubled.
- The strange noise worried the dog.
- It worries me that he hasn't called.
- Her health problems worry her family.
- (of a dog or other animal) to bite, shake, or pull at something repeatedly, especially to attack or play.
- The puppy worried the old slipper until it fell apart.
- The terrier worried the rat in the corner.
- The cat worried the toy mouse with its paws.
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noun
- A feeling of anxiety or concern about something.
- He tried to hide his worry with a smile.
- Her face showed deep worry.
- Money is a constant worry for many people.
- A person or thing that causes anxiety or concern.
- The leaky roof is a big worry for the homeowner.
- His son's health was his greatest worry.
- The rising costs are a worry for the business.
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