feared

Example Sentences

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Overall, there is consensus that sperm count and quality is in decline, but some data suggests the decline may not be as drastic as feared.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

Always there he may be, but Merino himself feared he would not be fit enough to play at this World Cup.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026

She feared her career would end as a result, though that would be far from the case.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026

Investors feared that lower demand for travel would also hurt online travel agencies.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 8, 2026

Tonight, I welcome the cover they’ll provide, whereas on any other night, I’ve feared what they hid, just out of my reach.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam