Example: "Vigorous worrying finally loosened the saw"
Example: "Distressing (or disturbing) news"
To be troubled; to give way to mental anxiety or doubt.
Example: "Stop worrying about your test, it’ll be fine."
Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress.
Example: "Your tone of voice worries me."
To harass; to irritate or distress.
Example: "The president was worried into military action by persistent advisors."
To seize or shake by the throat, especially of a dog or wolf.
Example: "Your dog’s been worrying sheep again."
To touch repeatedly, to fiddle with.
To strangle.
Inducing worry.