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fretful

[fret-fuhl] / ˈfrɛt fəl /


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In this exquisitely staged show, directed by Tony winner Michael Arden, Platt recaps the story of his life with an ironic touch while singing songs that mark his fretful, meteoric journey.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

But there is no doubting this is a fretful moment, adversaries and conflicts around the world, deep seated problems at home.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2025

Although the series treats Blauner as a fretful schlemiel in early episodes — almost the moment we meet him, we hear about his hemorrhoids — he’s allowed to be a man of action later on.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2024

“People are fretful of bringing children to the museum,” she said.

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2023

He was fretful as he laid himself down to sleep that night, hoping that she would return.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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