spook

Example Sentences

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Still, the comparison may spook some people, and Pies said that the rally needs to broaden out in order to continue.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026

Mortgage rates are still lower than they were a year ago, but a sudden jump in rates can spook buyers and make it more difficult for some to qualify for a mortgage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

“If we’re below the put strike, for example, a lot of what’s going to spook people is the selling that has to happen just to complete the hedge,” Roos told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

The zoo has urged people not to approach Samba or attempt to catch her, warning this could "spook" the animal and push her out of the area.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

He looked at her slowly, like if he moved too fast, he’d spook Alfhercht.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack