stress

Definition

  • noun: a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.
  • noun: constraining force or influence
  • verb: to give special attention to (something)
  • verb: to subject to physical or psychological stress
  • often used with 'out'
  • synonyms: alexandrine, accent, accentuate

Examples

  • To reduce the amount of 'stress' on your back, bend your knees when you lift something heavy.

  • Carrying a heavy backpack around all day puts a lot of 'stress' on your shoulders and back.

  • Some people 'stress' the second syllable of “harassment,” while others 'stress' the first.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) uninterrupted sleep You got an emergency script for lithium, Zopiclone, and benzodiazepine. And try to avoid anything that could stress you out. Your brother can have you readmitted. Try to find something positive. There will be monitoring calls twice a week. Avoid anything that could stress you out. ...for lithium, Zopiclone, and benzodiazepine. This is my boy's room. He can crash on the couch in the lounge. (..)
    2014 The Dark Horse
  • (..) Were we saying that? Very well. If it's Linguini they want tell them Chef Linguini has prepared something special for them. Something definitely off menu. Oh, and don't forget to stress - its Linguini-ness. - Oui, chef. Now is your chance to try something worthy of your talent, Linguini. (..)
    2007 Ratatouille
  • (..) "is being broadcast live all over the world." Yeah? Yes, sir. He is under a tremendous amount of stress. I understand. We're working on it. I'm sure he didn't mean what he said. Thank you, Mr. president. (..)
    2015 The Martian