agonize
/ˈæ ɡə ˌnaɪz/
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Definition(s):
- (v) cause to agonize
- (v) suffer agony or anguish
Synonym(s)
Usage(s):
- They didn't do anything but agonize.
- Because he entertained no hope of an alternative lifestyle, he didn't agonize over one.
- Yes, many men face these choices too, but it's mainly the women in my life whom I hear agonize over them, applauding friends who make the hard climb but also those who walk away.
Quotes
- "It was big. I did agonize over it. It went on a long time in my head," Dutton said. "My parents were the big concern. I didn't want them thinking their son is a traitor."on Jul 22, 2008 By: Phillip Dutton Source: AFP
- "I agonize over not coaching," Levy told The Associated Press in his first comments since stepping down as the team's GM this week. "In midseason, I said, 'OK, this is going to be it for me.' I honestly feel there's more things I want to do."on Jan 2, 2008 By: Marv Levy Source: USA Today
- "I just tell people, don't agonize over one thing when you have a bunch of guys that just didn't get enough done," Ryan told reporters Monday at his weekly news conference.on Jan 19, 2009 By: Bo Ryan Source: Pioneer Press
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