The Clue
Cause of fitful sleep (5 letter answer)
The Answer
WORRY
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Notes
The answer WORRY is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
WORRY as a noun:
1. (concern, worry, headache, vexation) = something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness; "New York traffic is a constant concern"; "it's a major worry"
2. (worry, trouble) = a strong feeling of anxiety; "his worry over the prospect of being fired"; "it is not work but worry that kills"; "he wanted to die and end his troubles"
WORRY as a verb:
1. be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy; "I worry about my job"
2. (worry, care) = be concerned with; "I worry about my grades"
3. (worry, vex) = disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress; "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"
4. (concern, interest, occupy, worry) = be on the mind of; "I worry about the second Germanic consonant"
5. lacerate by biting; "the dog worried his bone"
6. touch or rub constantly; "The old man worried his beads"