strike fear into
Example Sentences
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Perhaps it was lost in translation, but Fabien Galthie's declaration that Grand Slam-chasing France "performed reasonably" against Wales should be enough to strike fear into Italy, Scotland and England.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026
“I think they should be campaigning on their merits, not their ability to strike fear into the hearts of voters,” said Andie Near, a 42-year-old from Holland, Michigan, who typically votes for Democrats.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 2, 2023
“The armored trucks, the different uniforms, the humongous guns — all of those strike fear into the heart of the community, even if you are a law-abiding citizen.”
From New York Times • Mar. 4, 2023
Despite the critics’ pretense that it was their duty to strike fear into authors’ hearts, it was all one club.
From Washington Post • Feb. 14, 2023
“Look at them. Good reason why they does strike fear into the heart.”
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
