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hand-wringing

noun
hand-wring·​ing | \ ˈhand-ËŒriÅ‹-iÅ‹ How to pronounce hand-wringing (audio) \

Definition of hand-wringing

: an overwrought expression of concern or guilt

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First Known Use of hand-wringing

1839, in the meaning defined above

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hand-wringing

noun

English Language Learners Definition of hand-wringing

disapproving : worried talk or behavior

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