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fretful

[fret-fuhl] / ˈfrɛt fəl /


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The outrageous antics revolving around the experiences of fretful teen prodigy Malcolm were always anchored by his family’s tight bond.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

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

Communication failures ensue, as do the progressively more fretful faces and soundtrack music.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2024

The president’s advisers in my opinion could be overly fretful about appearances.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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