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
"Were I in your place," said Smith, "I should be apprehensive of Wild, because he's a declared enemy."
From Jack Sheppard A Romance by Ainsworth, William Harrison
Do not be apprehensive of any painful scene.
From A Voyage of Consolation (being in the nature of a sequel to the experiences of 'An American girl in London') by Duncan, Sara Jeannette
I am willing that you be apprehensive of nothing portentous in blazing stars.
From History of the Warfare of Science with Theology in Christendom by White, Andrew Dickson
Do not be apprehensive of any opposition from Ministers.
From Sydney Smith by Russell, George William Erskine
