fear

Example Sentences

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Young people are gripped by fear of job displacement and economic uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

No doubt, Blanche was careful to avoid the language of pardons for fear of political backlash.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Other older adults fear that if they accept benefits they might be taking money away from people who deserve it more, Johnston said.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Lawyers said many people, especially immigrants, who have viable claims have chosen not to pursue them out of fear of being targeted for deportation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

I felt a warm shiver of fear crawling up my back.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo