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afraid

[uh-freyd] / əˈfreɪd /




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"I'm not afraid of speaking up when it's needed," she added.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Don’t be afraid of any crackling; cumin seeds should sizzle when fried.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

“And when we needed a moment of levity, Glenn was not afraid to come forward and put a smile on people’s face.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

This is a message that appeals to Farage's base, and he's not afraid to use it.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

He would not be afraid because a puffin of his lineage has no fear.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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