feared

Example Sentences

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If traffic trends stabilize and margins hold up better than feared, investors could reward Chipotle shares once again.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Scientists feared the Santa Monica Mountains’ last remaining steelhead trout were dead, smothered by debris flows unleashed by the Palisades fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

More-experienced visitors feared the 280-mile road to Kyiv would be plagued by potholes, given the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Even after winning her second-round match at Roland Garros, Chwalinska feared she could not afford any more nights in her hotel.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

I feared the lightest touch might shatter him.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros