frightened

Example Sentences

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She said the closure of shops was a "massive shame", adding: "They might have lost quite a lot of money from that. A lot of the staff are very frightened."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The easily frightened — and the recently engaged — might be advised to approach Boston’s new series, which premiered Thursday, with caution.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Dahl made his fortune by tapping into the delight children take in being frightened, conjuring worlds where evil lurks, often in human form.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

At the same time, frightened sailors who don't fulfil their contracts by abandoning ship will have difficulties finding future employment as shipping companies may blacklist them.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

‘He’d never dare come here,’ said a man’s hushed, frightened voice.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver