fretted
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Their shorter-term outlook on stocks in September was neutral, as they fretted over potential volatility from choppy bond markets, looming midterm elections and geopolitical stress.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
She fretted that she’d be unable to rebuild her audience and livelihood.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Gen. Harold G. Moore, who commanded a cavalry unit at the late 1965 Ia Drang battle, fretted how the war was “devastating to the morale and effectiveness of every American unit in combat.”
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
Markets fretted Wednesday after Alphabet raised guidance for capital spending this year by $15 billion to around $200 billion and suggested a bigger amount was on tap for next year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
"If we storm these walls thousands will die," fretted ancient Lord Estermont, who was the king's grandfather on his mother's side.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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