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But covid apprehensiveness is not what it once was, and many may feel that a couple of shots is enough.

From Washington Post Sep. 3, 2022

That’s valid, that apprehensiveness is valid, but also realize that it’s necessary to criticize something in order for it to grow and improve.

From Slate Apr. 22, 2020

Justice Souter said the ordinance was permissible because begging can create “serious apprehensiveness, real or apparent coercion, physical offense or even danger.”

From New York Times Dec. 8, 2014

They undermined themselves with an apprehensiveness that made them strike out in anxiety.

From The Guardian Jul. 12, 2010

There was a quick apprehensiveness in her tone as she caught his hand.

From Floyd Grandon's Honor by Douglas, Amanda Minnie




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