be apprehensive of
Example Sentences
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In recusal questions, he said longstanding judicial ethics guidelines state a judge "should not be swayed by partisan demands, public clamor or considerations of personal popularity or notoriety, nor be apprehensive of unjust criticism."
From Reuters • Dec. 31, 2011
And if you should be apprehensive of the trouble of doing so, there is the further haven of consolation that any number of people will take the trouble off your hands.'
From Our Mutual Friend by Dickens, Charles
It is themselves that ought to be apprehensive of consequences if any are to be apprehended.
From The Writings Of Thomas Paine, Volume III. 1791-1804 by Paine, Thomas
She seemed to be apprehensive of their security.
From Command by McFee, William
At the same time I was afraid that William Mountjoy, having indirectly caused my loss of money, would be apprehensive of losing my affection.
From Erasmus and the Age of Reformation by Huizinga, Johan
