fright

Example Sentences

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But the escalations over the weekend, alongside scenes of destruction of energy infrastructure both in Iran and across the Gulf, saw the markets take rapid fright.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Robbie has spoken openly about suffering from stage fright in the past, experiencing terror before walking on stage.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

“Sinners” prioritizes the moment in time in which the fright occurs — both visually and sonically — making it as much a period piece as it is a movie with vampires in it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

But its stock tumbled as investors took fright at heavy spending on its Base44 AI-coding product and its effect on operating cash flow.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

Lady Constance laughed at the poor girl’s fright, which was really not a very nice thing to do.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood