be scared
Frequency: 9.5150.7 per million words
Indicates a state of fear.
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Examples (10)
- I am scared of heights, so I avoid tall buildings.
- She was very scared when she heard the strange noise downstairs.
- Don't be scared; I'm right here with you.
- He will probably be scared to perform on stage for the first time.
- Why are you scared of telling the truth?
- We were all scared stiff during the earthquake.
- It's natural to be scared when facing a new challenge.
- They had been scared ever since the incident last week.
- You shouldn't be scared to ask for help when you need it.
- The children are scared of the dark, so they sleep with a night light.