be anxious

Frequency: 9.555.2 per million words

The most common and direct way to state the feeling of anxiety.

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Examples (10)

  • I am always anxious before a big presentation.
  • She was anxious about the test results all weekend.
  • He will likely be anxious until he hears back from the job interview.
  • They have been anxious for news of their family since the storm.
  • You shouldn't be so anxious; everything will be fine.
  • Are you anxious about flying for the first time?
  • It's understandable to be a little anxious when starting a new school.
  • If the doctor calls, I will be extremely anxious until I talk to him.
  • The patient is reportedly anxious but stable.
  • Being anxious all the time is exhausting for both mind and body.