scare away
Example Sentences
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“War obviously has the potential to scare away the investors and tourists who are increasingly central to the economic ambitions of Gulf states,” said Ratney, the former U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026
AI companies are "concerned that selling ads will scare away users," said Nate Elliott, an analyst with US data firm Emarketer.
From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026
Basque headstones are inscribed in Euskara, the oldest European tongue; Enriquez’s friend shouts in Euskara to scare away an intruder.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025
In some places, proposals for new fees or visitor rules have drawn opposition from residents, who fear they might scare away the tourists who bolster the local economy.
From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2024
“Sure, as long as you don’t scare away the birds.”
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
