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apprehension

[ap-ri-hen-shuhn] / ˌæp rɪˈhɛn ʃən /


NOUN
catching and arresting
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StarChase claims an 86% apprehension rate with no injuries or fatalities yet from its system.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

The apprehension that marked her 20s disappeared, replaced by a silent confidence molded from experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

There’s a lot of truth in worker apprehension: 99% of executives polled said AI will result in some head-count reductions within two years.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

Some behind the scenes believe his apprehension to rotate the team provided a clear indication that it was his intention not renew his contract.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

The slow days drifted on, and each left behind a slightly lightened weight of apprehension.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke




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