afraid

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De Izaguirre said that while fuel surcharges so far are "far too low" to offset the higher costs, "airlines are afraid of a negative impact if the increases become too excessive".

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

“I think if you’re someone who’s sensitive about it or afraid, you just wouldn’t fly right now.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Wineman isn’t afraid to spelunk truly deranged depths, but what’s remarkable is how much style he incorporates into the film’s most outré moments.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Players will also flow into some clubs in a similar fashion, I'm sure, and I'm afraid all of this impinges on managers and coaches from this country, who are not part of that network.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

I longed to do it too, but hung back, afraid.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom