panicked
Example Sentences
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Judging from a slew of panicked social media posts and endless versions of the same explainers on “how worried should you be?” there is a genuine fear that we could be in for another pandemic.
From Salon • May 11, 2026
“This one indicator would say, don’t get too panicked, but definitely expect a little less,” she said.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
According to Hernández’s attorney, Patrick Kolasinski, and at least one eyewitness, officers fired their guns first, prompting a panicked Hernández to try and drive away.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
A relatively less panicked environment has pushed investors away from the haven.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
I was still sitting in the garage, at one with my lawn mower, feeling a little overwhelmed...okay, a lot overwhelmed...okay, completely terrified and panicked, when I heard a racket in the driveway.
From "Lawn Boy Returns" by Gary Paulsen
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