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trepidation

[trep-i-dey-shuhn] / ˌtrɛp ɪˈdeɪ ʃən /


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Many people in Hollywood view the merger with trepidation because of the prospect of more job losses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The downturn reflects stretched housing affordability, trepidation over U.S. trade policy, and softness in the labor market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

One dermatologist was so incensed by my article he told me it had left him with a "feeling of absolute dread and trepidation" about how he was going to manage his Monday morning clinic.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

With great trepidation, I began to search for French news articles about the death of Quentin Deranque.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

After seven months, Wes met his graduation from Job Corps with as much trepidation as excitement.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore




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