afraid

Example Sentences

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She’s the kind of actor we desperately need right now, someone who isn’t afraid to challenge themselves or risk their viewership with a daring role.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

"I think what characterizes this moment is that people are afraid."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Don’t be afraid to hit up your nearest dollar stores,” said Brian Theis, a cookbook author who likes to put his thrift-minded ways to good use during Easter.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Wiseman says he has a lifelong love of flying, but on the ground he's afraid of heights.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“We’d like that fine but I’m afraid we don’t have the time. We’re in a terrible hurry. Our circus is leaving Tulsa for Arkansas tomorrow and we have to be there.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls