remain anxious

[rɪˈmeɪn ˈæŋkʃəs]
verb phrase
permanecer ansioso/ansiosa
1. to continue in a state of worry, unease, or nervousness
She will remain anxious until she receives the test results.
Ela permanecerá ansiosa até receber os resultados do teste.
2. to stay in a condition of concern or apprehension about something uncertain
The investors remain anxious about the market fluctuations.
Os investidores permanecem ansiosos com as flutuações do mercado.
In both Brazilian Portuguese and American English, this phrase is commonly used in psychological, medical, and everyday contexts. It emphasizes the continuance of an emotional state rather than its onset. In Brazil, 'permanecer ansioso' is frequently used in formal written communication, while 'ficar ansioso' is more common in casual speech.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stay anxiouscontinue worriedkeep anxiousremain uneasystay concerned
Antonyms / Antônimos
become calmgrow relaxedfeel at easebecome peaceful

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
permanecer ansioso/ansiosa
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ficar ansioso/ansiosa
Common colloquial alternative
São Paulo
continuar ansioso/ansiosa
Formal business and professional contexts
Portugal
manter-se ansioso/ansiosa
Slightly more formal European Portuguese variant

Related Words

anxietyanxiousworryuneaseapprehensionnervousness

Related Idioms & Phrases

remain on edge
stay in suspense
keep one's nerves on edge
remain in a state of agitation
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