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Anxious

usgb/ˈæŋkʃəs/Volume
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Negative Emotion

Use 'anxious' to describe a person who is uneasy about a future event or outcome.

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She was anxious the night before her interview.
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Intensity Matters

'Anxious' expresses a stronger feeling than simply being worried or concerned.

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As the hurricane approached, residents grew increasingly anxious.
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Not Always Visible

Someone might feel anxious on the inside even if they don't show it outwardly.

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Despite appearing calm, he was actually very anxious about the results.
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