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Fret

/frˈɛt/
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(verb) Especially when describing animals: to consume, devour, or eat.

You need not fret over such trifles.
Jigsaw refers to a fret saw - that's how the name's origin was derived.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Please don't ____ over the small details what matters most is that we complete the project on time.

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