worrying

verb

Definition of worryingnext
present participle of worry
1
as in fretting
to experience concern or anxiety they worried for days about whether the loan would be approved

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2
as in bothering
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy those strange noises outside the house worry me

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Recent Examples of worrying But that didn't stop fans from worrying about the singer online. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 28 June 2026 Is the World Cup’s group stage just about getting through, and then worrying about the knockout matches later? — Nick Miller, New York Times, 28 June 2026 This common form of anxiety arises when dogs are left alone for an amount of time, often worrying that they will permanently be left behind. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 Pay once, install it on a compatible PC, and use it without worrying about recurring software fees. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 28 June 2026 Taken together, the actions signal a worrying return to a reality where people with disabilities are pushed to the margins of society, advocates said. — Annie Ma, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 Taken together, the actions signal a worrying return to a reality where people with disabilities are pushed to the margins of society, advocates said. — ABC News, 1 July 2026 Elements like paint, lighting, furniture, and decor are definite opportunities to have a little more fun with trends without worrying about longer-term ramifications. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026 There was drama, remarkable goals and worrying injury in Sweden’s showdown with Japan at AT&T Stadium Thursday in the final Group F match. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worrying
  1. fretting
  2. bothering
  3. stressing
  4. alarming
  5. fearing
  6. disturbing
  7. sweating
  8. distracting
Verb
  • On the other side of the office, Islas, Alejo’s boss, is fretting about how to keep Alejo’s team employed.
    — Megan Greenwell, Bloomberg, 9 June 2026
  • Scenes of furious sketching, intricate designs of delicate cutouts and swirling shapes and fabrics, pinning, sewing and the bustle of runway shows alternate with fretting about how to pay the rent.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Definition of fretting
Verb
  • Travis was snapped having a blast bothering Jason as the duo attended a match between Jupiter Links GC and The Bay Golf Club at SoFi Center on March 3.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • For now, the Royals hope to figure out exactly what’s bothering him.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
Definition of bothering
Verb
  • Baking soda desiccates plant leaves by removing moisture from the foliage, stressing the plant and ultimately resulting in death.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
  • Richard Fawal of Voxtopica developed a framework to guide these organizations, stressing the importance of understanding audience behavior and creating engaging content, rather than merely repurposing existing materials.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of stressing
Verb
  • So, even just the unusual presence of an aircraft in this area made this incident alarming for one resident, Anna, who spoke to CNN near the scene.
    — Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 26 June 2026
  • At the same time, the state’s spending keeps growing quickly as well, alarming the Legislative Analyst’s Office, which advises the Legislature on fiscal matters.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of alarming
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  • Many Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries hesitate to return to work, fearing loss of benefits and health coverage.
    — Diane Winiarski, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Some even spent the night outdoors, fearing further collapses.
    — Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
Definition of fearing
Verb
  • The appeal is largely practical, since powders travel well in a bag, don’t leave hands greasy and can be dusted on without disturbing whatever’s already on your skin.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
  • The cream bronzer blends effortlessly underneath without disturbing the layers.
    — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of disturbing
Verb
  • England was barely sweating when Boks fullback Damian Willemse charged the tryline and prop Thomas du Toit burrowed over.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
  • The lower levels of the home are comfortable or even cold, while anyone spending time upstairs is sweating.
    — Kamron Sanders, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
Definition of sweating
Verb
  • Driving into the estate down a dirt track, you’re met with concrete walls that frame the space with gallery-like precision, directing your eyes toward geological features rather than distracting from them.
    — Lara Johnson-Wheeler, Vogue, 3 July 2026
  • There was some online angst over whether Swift was distracting from football — while the NFL itself capitalized on her fandom.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
Definition of distracting

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