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anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /


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Eye-rolling over Gorka’s bombast has given way to anxiety about the administration’s preparedness to identify and stop major plots.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Scientists have long been sounding the alarm, warning that cell phone addiction is associated with shortened attention spans, sleep problems and anxiety.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Fowler added that she understood the anxiety felt by expectant parents and acknowledged the importance of listening to healthcare regulators and the community.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

It’s true that smartphones pose some perils to young people—though the science is mixed, there’s some evidence that they disrupt sleep quality and might exacerbate depression and anxiety.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Using music activities and songs helps to greatly increase independent performance and reduce anxiety.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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