be apprehensive of
Example Sentences
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In recusal questions, he said longstanding judicial ethics guidelines state a judge "should not be swayed by partisan demands, public clamor or considerations of personal popularity or notoriety, nor be apprehensive of unjust criticism."
From Reuters • Dec. 31, 2011
Do not be apprehensive of any opposition from Ministers.
From Sydney Smith by Russell, George William Erskine
I am willing that you be apprehensive of nothing portentous in blazing stars.
From History of the Warfare of Science with Theology in Christendom by White, Andrew Dickson
He was entrusted by Nero with the government of Spain, before Nero had yet learned to be apprehensive of men of great repute.
From Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans by Clough, Arthur Hugh
She seemed to be apprehensive of their security.
From Command by McFee, William
