afraid
Example Sentences
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But behind those calls are people who have spent decades carefully building a nest egg and are afraid to miss the SpaceX launch.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
Don’t be afraid of any crackling; cumin seeds should sizzle when fried.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
“And when we needed a moment of levity, Glenn was not afraid to come forward and put a smile on people’s face.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Ben never learned to swim because he was so afraid of water.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Maggie was afraid of “thinking too much” of him.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
