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were worrying

  • past progressive of worry.

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A spokesman for Liege airport -- a major freight hub that operates many overnight flights -- said the incidents were "worrying for national security".

From Barron's Nov. 5, 2025

Jessica Morris, from the Nuffield Trust, said the findings were worrying.

From BBC Mar. 26, 2024

But Ms. Klisanin said there were worrying moments in 2023, too.

From Washington Times Dec. 24, 2023

Dr. Starr and Dr. Tylka both emphasized that, while the recalls were worrying, eye drops are generally safe.

From New York Times Mar. 16, 2023

“Oh, Grandpa. Even at the end, you were worrying about Grandma.”

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh