fearful
Example Sentences
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Some see emails like this and conclude their boss could be hostile to them, leaving them fearful of losing promotion opportunities or worse.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
"I am fearful that this is just the first of many... unless the government step up and do a bit more to support our smaller medium-sized businesses."
From BBC • May 13, 2026
She scrolls job advertisements online, fearful of internet scammers preying on her.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Cubs in particular can become less fearful and develop a taste for farmed produce and common fruits such as persimmon.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
As Sinon finished, suddenly over the sea came two fearful serpents swimming to the land.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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