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hand-wringing

noun
/ˈhænd ˌrɪŋɪŋ/

Meaning

excessive worry or concern expressed in a visible or dramatic way.

Example Sentences

There was much hand-wringing over the political crisis.

Synonyms

worrying, fretting, anxiety, concern, agitation

Antonyms

calmness, confidence, composure

Collocations

political hand-wringing, endless hand-wringing, public hand-wringing

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