preocupava-se
[preh-oh-koo-PAH-vuh-seh]
verb
was worried, was concerned, used to worry
1. Third person singular imperfect indicative of 'preocupar-se': to be worried or concerned about something habitually or continuously in the past
She was worried about her son's health.
Ela se preocupava com a saúde do filho.
2. To show concern or anxiety about a matter repeatedly or over a period of time
He used to worry about money constantly.
Ele se preocupava com dinheiro constantemente.
Related Idioms & Phrases
preocupar-se com a vida alheia (to worry about other people's business)
preocupar-se demasiado (to worry excessively)
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