afraid

Example Sentences

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Don’t be afraid of any crackling; cumin seeds should sizzle when fried.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Don’t miss: ‘No one wears bling’: What does it say about America if people are afraid to wear their jewelry?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

Ben Glen, who was afraid of water and could not swim, died in the River Nith in Dumfries at the end of April - eight days after his 18th birthday.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

She was just a woman who said my name correctly, listened to a story I was afraid would make me untouchable and stayed curious.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Nim was afraid that if she used the laptop she’d punch the keys right through the keyboard.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr