fearful
Example Sentences
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With a district that is 92% Latino, she said, nearly everyone is fearful, whether they are directly or indirectly affected, regardless if they have citizenship.
From Los Angeles Times
The characters occasionally expose their true selves, then just as quickly retreat, fearful of touching on real conflict.
From Los Angeles Times
“But we are not fearful,” said Gabriel Robles.
From Los Angeles Times
Resigned to his fate in the present and, perhaps, fearful for his position in the future.
From BBC
Still, frantic and fearful, taking action outweighed the risk.
From Los Angeles Times
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