worry at something

Related to word: worry

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Definition (object)

  1. to repeatedly shake, pull, or handle something

    • The puppy worried at his toy, trying to get it to make a noise.

    • She worried at the loose fabric of her dress, trying to smooth it out.

    • The children worried at the sand in the sandbox, hoping to uncover buried toys.

Definition (problem)

  1. to persistently strive to find a solution to a problem

    • They worried at the issue of the project, consistently proposing new solutions.

    • She worried at the puzzle for days, persistently seeking an answer.

    • During the meeting, they worried at the problem, hoping to find the best solution.