panic
Example Sentences
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"This is an easily defanged myth that has generated dread, panic, and real-life consequences," said William Hayes, professor of biology at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and the study's lead researcher.
From Science Daily • Jul. 10, 2026
"Farage's future thrown into doubt as Reform sent into panic by fresh allegations" said the Independent.
From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026
He looks at me in momentary panic, freezing on the spot, closing his eyes and placing both hands on his ears.
From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026
Before long, the panic attacks got so bad, I could hardly drive.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026
Our hands collided, both scrabbling for it in our panic to get it hidden, and it fell into the bubbling water of the fountain and vanished.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Vocabulary lists containing panic
Emotions on Display
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