worry

US /ˈwɝː.i/
UK /ˈwɝː.i/
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1.

feel or cause to feel anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems

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Don't worry about a thing; everything will be fine.
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His health problems began to worry his family.
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fretbe anxiousbe concernedbe troubledbe bothered
2.

harass or annoy (an animal) by chasing it or attacking it repeatedly

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The dog would often worry the sheep in the field.
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The fox was seen worrying the chickens near the coop.
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harassannoybotherdisturbpester
1.

a state of anxiety and concern

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She was filled with worry about her son's safety.
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His constant worry was affecting his sleep.
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anxietyconcernapprehensionuneasedistress
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worried