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fearing

VERB

feel alarm; be scared of

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipate avoid dread expect foresee shun suspect worry

STRONG

apprehend blanch cower crouch falter flinch fret quail quaver shrink shudder shy start tremble wilt

WEAK

be afraid be anxious be apprehensive be disquieted be frightened be in awe break out in a sweat dare not feel concern have butterflies have qualms lose courage

Antonyms

STRONGEST

face meet want

STRONG

calm steady stretch

WEAK

brave

Example Sentences

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Some online retailers may hesitate to tell customers when an item is in low supply, fearing it might encourage them to shop elsewhere or discourage them from buying anything else on the site.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

He got up and began running but dropped to the snow after nearby hikers screamed at him to stop, fearing the bear could charge again.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Americans fearing an audit can take a breath.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

She has achieved that despite the long-lasting impact of a war that has left her fearing for the safety of her family and friends since February 2022.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

I know lots of people are fearing the worst right now, as there is endless talk of a war between the states.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan