to worry excessively · to be anxious about
Ever find yourself stressing over something small, or a situation you can't control? 😟 This is your go-to phrase for those moments when you're caught in a loop of worry, often unnecessarily! It's like your brain is in overdrive for something that might not even happen.
✨ **Pro-tip!** While 'worry' is often a general concern, 'fret' usually implies a more persistent, often unproductive, kind of worry, especially about minor things. For example, you might 'fret about a test', but probably not 'fret about global warming' (you'd typically 'worry about' that). It has a slightly old-fashioned, endearing feel sometimes, like "Don't fret, everything will be fine!".
When would you most appropriately use 'to fret about something'? A. 😟 When you're constantly thinking about a small mistake you made on a project. B. 🥳 When you're celebrating a big promotion at work. C. 🧘♀️ When you're practicing mindfulness and meditation.