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I felt anxious before the spelling test.
What does Anxious mean?
Anxious means worried about what may happen next.
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Feeling worried, uneasy, or tense about what might happen.
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She was anxious but still asked for help.
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Anxious thoughts can shrink when you breathe slowly and make a plan.
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MeaningAnxious means worried about what may happen next.
ExampleExample: I felt anxious before the spelling test.
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- angk · shus
- Strongest beat
- angk
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- shus
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- Put a little extra energy on angk.
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anxiety
A strong feeling of worry or fear.
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