apprehension

Example Sentences

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Some behind the scenes believe his apprehension to rotate the team provided a clear indication that it was his intention not renew his contract.

From BBC

This week, the Pentagon posted photos of a Coast Guard tactical team, sailors and Marines boarding an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter on the deck of the Ford ahead of an apprehension.

From The Wall Street Journal

The young king expected this and did not let his apprehension show.

From Literature

A year-end wave of immigration raids in the Central Coast led to the apprehension of 147 people, sparking outrage from elected officials and immigrant-rights groups.

From Los Angeles Times

Plus, viewers themselves are already voicing apprehension about the fates of their favorite shows under Netflix’s ownership.

From Los Angeles Times