agonize (oneself) over (something)

agonize (oneself) over (something)

To worry excessively, especially about a decision or past action. Please stop agonizing yourself over this decision. It won't really matter which one you choose. There's no need to agonize yourself over what you said to him. He probably doesn't even remember. Is he still agonizing himself over whether or not to take the job?

See also: agonize, over

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agonize (oneself) over someone or something

to fret or anguish about someone or something. Now, now, don't agonize yourself over the situation. Time cures all.

See also: agonize, over

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