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fear

[feer] / fɪər /




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Henderson said he understood that people would be feeling "a range of emotions from fear to angry" and appealed for calm.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

But as of yet, the impact of elevated energy costs hasn’t shown up in higher pay demands—a scenario central bankers fear most.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

With less money available for the program, Fernández said she and others fear they may have to wait a lot longer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Henderson said he understood people were "feeling a range of emotions, from fear to anger".

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Dogs smell fear at once but I have not always been able to, even when I was afraid.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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