What does "zozobra" mean in English?

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Spanish

zozobra

English

distress

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Alternative translations of "zozobra"

anxiety
unease
worry
restlessness

Examples of how to use "zozobra" in Spanish

Spanish
La noticia le causó una gran zozobra.
English
The news caused him great unease.
Spanish
Siento mucha zozobra antes del examen.
English
I feel very anxious before the exam.
Spanish
La zozobra en el barco fue intensa.
English
The turbulence on the boat was intense.
Spanish
La noticia provocó zozobra en la familia.
English
The news caused distress in the family.
Spanish
Su mirada mostró zozobra y miedo.
English
His gaze showed unease and fear.

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La noticia le causó una gran zozobra.

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