抱える
Reading: かかえる
Meaning: to hold, to embrace, to have (problems)
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Example Sentence
問題 を 抱えて 悩んで いる
I'm worried about the problems I'm dealing with.
Usage Notes
Often used figuratively for having problems or responsibilities. Different from 抱く (だく) which is more physical.
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