be apprehensive of
Example Sentences
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In recusal questions, he said longstanding judicial ethics guidelines state a judge "should not be swayed by partisan demands, public clamor or considerations of personal popularity or notoriety, nor be apprehensive of unjust criticism."
From Reuters • Dec. 31, 2011
Do not be apprehensive of any painful scene.
From A Voyage of Consolation (being in the nature of a sequel to the experiences of 'An American girl in London') by Duncan, Sara Jeannette
Although beginning to be apprehensive of some coming evil, she smiled; and even rallied him upon one of the new doctrines to which Elvira had alluded.
From The Mormon Prophet by Dougall, Lily
"Were I in your place," said Smith, "I should be apprehensive of Wild, because he's a declared enemy."
From Jack Sheppard A Romance by Ainsworth, William Harrison
Do not be apprehensive of any opposition from Ministers.
From Sydney Smith by Russell, George William Erskine
