stress  /ˈstrɛs/ ? Meaning of "stress"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
  2. (n) (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
  3. (n) special emphasis attached to something
  4. (n) difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension
  5. (n) (physics) force that produces strain on a physical body
  6. (v) to stress, single out as important
  7. (v) put stress on; utter with an accent
  8. (v) test the limits of

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Usage(s):

  1. And researchers have long suspected that stress harms the body.
  2. Here's a chance to help scientists uncover the roots of stress.
  3. The Treasury Department will finally be releasing the already endlessly leaked, contemplated and criticized stress tests in a few hours.

News

  1. Stress relief strategies

    Stress, unalleviated, contributes to heart disease and depression, and can make chronic diseases such as diabetes and asthma worse.
    on 2010/09/02 Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer

  2. Stress can take a toll on your health

    Stress can cause major health problems for many people and is rapidly driving up the cost of healthcare nationwide.
    on 2010/09/01 Source: WWLP Springfield

  3. Hurricanes Stress You Out?

    Do hurricanes stress you out? Vote in our survey!
    on 2010/09/03 Source: WBAL-TV Baltimore

Quotes

  1. "I very deeply regret the situation and the embarrassment caused," Ferguson said in a statement. "It is true that my financial situation is under stress. However, that is no excuse for a serious lapse in judgment and I am very sorry that this...
    on May 25, 2010 By: Sarah Ferguson Source: Vancouver Sun

  2. "Despite the efforts of the Federal Reserve, the Treasury, and other agencies, global financial markets remain under extraordinary stress," Bernanke said in remarks prepared for delivery to the Senate Banking Committee that were obtained by Reuters.
    on Sep 23, 2008 By: Ben Bernanke Source: Reuters

  3. "I'm very disappointed in myself for the poor judgment I exhibited recently, and I'm deeply sorry for the disappointment and stress this has caused my family, friends and coworkers on 24 and at 20th Century Fox," Mr. Sutherland said in a...
    on Oct 10, 2007 By: Kiefer Sutherland Source: National Post

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