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hand-wringing

 

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Hand-wringing

Noun - Definition:

The act of excessively worrying or expressing anxiety about a particular situation.

Noun - Example Sentence:

There was a lot of hand-wringing among the employees before the announcement of layoffs.

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Adjective - Definition:

Used to describe an action, person, or group that exhibits excessive worry or anxiety.

Adjective - Example Sentence:

The hand-wringing parents fretted over their child's safety during the school trip.

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Verb - Definition:

To engage in the act of wringing one's hands together in a display of worry or anxiety.

Verb - Example Sentence:

She couldn't help but hand-wring as she awaited the final exam results.

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Noun (Local) - Definition:

A traditional dance performed by locals during festivals in a specific region.

Noun (Local) - Example Sentence:

The hand-wringing is a captivating part of the cultural celebrations in the small village.

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