To replace; to act as a double or substitute for.
A strong feeling of anxiety.
An instance or cause of such a feeling.
A person who causes worry.
To harass; to irritate or distress.
To touch repeatedly, to fiddle with.
To be troubled; to give way to mental anxiety or doubt.
To seize or shake by the throat, especially of a dog or wolf.
Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress.