frighten
Example Sentences
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You’d assume from the pose that she’s sleeping, except her eyes are wide open, and in this frightened or startled expression.
From Los Angeles Times
Antisemitism in Australia is "frightening" but most people want good relations, Israel's President Isaac Herzog said on Thursday as he wrapped up a four-day visit and was met by protests in the city of Melbourne.
From Barron's
While some of these were "frightening"m he says others felt "great" and strangely beautiful.
From BBC
It sounds dangerous and frightening, not beautiful like a tropical fish.
From Literature
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The mist billowed around her, and she started like a frightened animal.
From Literature
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