panic-stricken

Example Sentences

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Prosecutors argued that this left his poorly trained, panic-stricken crew effectively useless amid the fire, which possibly originated in a trash can sometime after 2:35 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times

This points to efficiency and success – so far – this season, even though Arteta himself accepts things must be better than the panic-stricken conclusion to the Chelsea win.

From BBC

Just as her panic-stricken mother insisted on going for outside help, she moaned.

From Literature

It seemed an age before the high-pitched screeching sound had died and the panic-stricken creatures had departed.

From Literature

But the great Dutchman has also struggled badly, as proved by his panic-stricken handball that gave away a penalty in the heavy Champions League loss to PSV Eindhoven at Anfield.

From BBC