Beginning to seem bothered? (6)

I believe the answer is:

scared

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(Other definitions for scared that I've seen before include "Frightened or apprehensive" , "in fright" , "Frightened or intimidated" , "Fearful, anxious" , "Nervous" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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