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fear

[feer] / fɪər /




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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

But horror can be really deep and really internal, and I think there’s a lot of ways in which horror and fear manifest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"We're just living in fear now," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Most of the women wanted to remain anonymous, in some cases because they fear Sullivan and are concerned about potential repercussions.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

No, not just afraid but ripped with fear, and it was on the doe.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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