dare not

Example Sentences

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"Despite the ceasefire, we dare not return home yet. We are still frightened," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

She dare not judge a matter that may come before her.

From Slate • Jan. 15, 2025

“Some dare not take responsibility, wait timidly for orders from above, and don’t move without being pushed.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 21, 2024

"I dare not say I'm confident. But I'm proud of what we've done. And I hope it works."

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2023

Gerris had obliged, lying with every other word, since he dare not tell the truth of who they’d been or why they’d come.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin