afraid

Example Sentences

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They were afraid of losing their health care, their disability benefits and their home.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

“I was still really afraid of it, but I just forced myself to read and to learn.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

As if this wasn’t ominous enough, the latest BofA Securities fund-manager’s survey shows that Wall Street is, once again, experiencing severe cognitive dissonance: It is simultaneously worried about the market, but afraid to sell.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

She told the Chronicle she did not share her account with authorities because she was afraid they would not believe her.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“I’m afraid you can’t. The Academy has made their decision. This is an honor not given to everyone, Cadet Mason.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin