worry

/ˈwʌ.ɹi/verb
Elementary
1

To be troubled; to give way to mental anxiety or doubt.

2

Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress; to exercise.

3

To harass; to irritate or distress.

4

To seize or shake by the throat, especially of a dog or wolf.

5

To touch repeatedly; to fiddle with.

6

To strangle.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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