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also paranoidal
as in worried
having extreme or unreasonable fear or suspicion
He was paranoid about break-ins and insisted on checking the locks himself every night.
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Recent Examples of paranoid
But there’s no reason to turn into a paranoid nut job.
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Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 11 June 2025
My friend is not being paranoid, and that’s pretty terrifying in a country known for tolerance and freedom.
—Shadi Bartsch, Twin Cities, 8 June 2025
But Killingsworth isn’t paranoid about anything breaking.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 27 May 2025
The Trump administration’s opaque, quickly shifting tactics have left the community paranoid, wondering what could happen next.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 14 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for paranoid
Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 11 June 2025
My friend is not being paranoid, and that’s pretty terrifying in a country known for tolerance and freedom.
—Shadi Bartsch, Twin Cities, 8 June 2025
But Killingsworth isn’t paranoid about anything breaking.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 27 May 2025
The Trump administration’s opaque, quickly shifting tactics have left the community paranoid, wondering what could happen next.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 14 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for paranoid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paranoid
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But even in a Congress filled with newcomers, the memory of 2018 (and its electoral fallout for a beleaguered GOP) should be fresh enough to keep people worried.—
Joseph Thorndike,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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As Republicans work to pass President Donald Trump's reconciliation bill by his July 4 deadline, many are worried about the changes that could be coming to Medicaid.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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The prospect of higher inflation even as present data looks mild has led to a staredown between the Fed, which has advocated for a cautious approach on cutting interest rates in case tariffs do worsen inflation, and Trump, who has aggressively called for big cuts.—
Derek Saul,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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That’s a problem for investors, who regard Powell as a serious, cautious economist who operates independently of Trump’s political desires.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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If allowed, Andrew will likely bring further reputational damage to the monarchy at a time when the royal ship needs a careful steer.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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In reality, Israel overpowered Iran’s military and outwitted its intelligence with stunning efficiency, demonstrating years, if not decades, of careful preparation in under two weeks.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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Some employees are skeptical of the AI, especially following a Bloomberg report in January that predicted up to 200,000 jobs on Wall Street could be at risk within five years due to technologies like AI.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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But some, including former Charlotte Mayor Pro Tem Braxton Winston, remain skeptical about whether the current bill will lay the groundwork for a successful regional system.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2025
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But with Wirtz, there was suddenly an effort not to do that; the media got nervous about calling it a record.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Watching his son evolve from a 4-star recruit out of Columbus High School in Miami to an eventual first-round pick out of Michigan State, Richardson doesn’t get too nervous or overly excited when Jase is on the court.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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“Paranoid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paranoid. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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