afraid

Example Sentences

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"When people sit on the bench… I want them to live their life, go and do whatever they want to do, not be afraid, and get uncomfortable to get comfortable," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

I’m afraid they took it from me, and I feel that I have to, you know, record it.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

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 hadn’t wanted to invite her, afraid she’d somehow find fault—tell Ma that the movies weren’t respectable or something like that.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu