fretting

Example Sentences

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What did he feel compelled to say he wasn't fretting about?

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Joshua grew increasingly anxious during the government shutdown last fall, fretting about bills and whether he would ever be paid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

High-powered CEOs are fretting about the energy shock from the Iran conflict but investors seem to have their heads in the sand.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

They are scrambling for daycare, worrying about food, fretting about their ability to work.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“Sometimes, the wicked will tell us things just to confuse us—to haunt our thoughts long after we’ve faced them. He would be delighted to know you’re still fretting over whatever nonsense he said.”

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas