afraid

Example Sentences

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“If you’re overusing AI, that means you’re not doing anything unique as a human in that process, which means you’re going to be even more afraid of AI taking your job,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

She told the Chronicle she did not share her account with authorities because she was afraid they would not believe her.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 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

Players will also flow into some clubs in a similar fashion, I'm sure, and I'm afraid all of this impinges on managers and coaches from this country, who are not part of that network.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

I have no idea what else to say, and I’m afraid I might start crying if I try.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison