worry
verb (used without object)
to torment oneself with or suffer from disturbing thoughts; fret.
have worried
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present perfectof worry.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But experts have worried that doctors are hesitating to offer treatment without an ironclad diagnosis, which clinicians say can take time and increase risks to the mother.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
Now there’s evidence that many need not have worried.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
People have worried about artificial intelligence destroying humanity since A.I. existed only in science fiction.
From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2026
For decades, Chinese leaders have worried about the country’s heavy reliance on imported crude, most of which transits through straits that the U.S. or other militaries could seek to block in a conflict.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
As it turned out, we need not have worried about the moon, because the Eagle landed beautifully in the Sea of Tranquility, and Neil and Buzz were able to walk around and collect some rocks.
From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins
