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apprehension

[ap-ri-hen-shuhn] / ˌæp rɪˈhɛn ʃən /


NOUN
catching and arresting
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“Private credit and the surge in redemptions reflect investor apprehension about the future of software,” he says.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

I remember having a little bit of apprehension because I’ve had a twisty-turny life.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Investor apprehension about AI hasn’t compelled the biggest tech companies to scale back their bets on the technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

The son had just arrived home from pre-school at the time of the apprehension, Stenvik said during a press conference on Wednesday.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Peter’s face betrayed something important as he entered the door, and my stomach sank in apprehension at learning that all was lost.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson




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