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anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /


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In March 2025, she opened up about her decision to relocate to the rural New York estate full time, explaining that the calm setting helped to ease the symptoms of her anxiety and OCD.

From MarketWatch Sep. 2, 2026

Because, in an age of anxiety over whether AI can deliver promised returns for investors, Apple’s business grows reliably and throws off consistent profit.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

Parents, politicians and child advocacy groups are worried that social media is contributing to depression, anxiety, eating disorders and other issues.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 1, 2026

The mum-of-two from Church Village, Rhondda Cynon Taf, said she had navigated postnatal depression, anxiety and undiagnosed neurodivergence over the last few years, but gardening had offered her hope.

From BBC Aug. 30, 2026

I felt the anxiety kicking around in my chest, and then I just… unloaded.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

Some children who are returning to school may have anxieties about the year ahead, and Shield recommends to sit with your child and listen to their concerns.

From BBC Aug. 30, 2026

To investors, Dick’s results were proof that years-long anxieties about the shoe retailer were justified.

From MarketWatch Aug. 27, 2026

We owe them and their families transparency, empathy and responsiveness, especially when public reports raise anxieties at home.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

That came as a relief to Opel's workers and the city, though anxieties remain high as the broader auto industry remains under pressure and questions remain about the future shape of the Chinese partnership.

From Barron's Aug. 16, 2026

Regardless of what his private anxieties might be, she could not believe that Mr. Clutter was finding secret solace in tobacco.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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