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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stress

/strɛs/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does stress mean?

noun, verb

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension, or a particular aspect of something that causes this. To cause someone to feel anxious or worried.

Example

"The stress of the exam was getting to her, so she decided to take a break."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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