be afraid
Frequency: 9.5250.5 per million words
Used to state the feeling of fear.
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Examples (10)
- I am afraid of spiders.
- Is he afraid of flying?
- They were afraid to go into the dark forest.
- The child is afraid because of the loud thunder.
- You shouldn't be afraid to ask for help.
- She will be afraid if she sees the mouse.
- He has always been afraid of public speaking.
- Many people are afraid of making mistakes at work.
- Even though he was a soldier, he admitted he was afraid during the battle.
- Don't be afraid; the dog is friendly.