express apprehension
Frequency: 7.210.1 per million words
To communicate one's feelings of anxiety to others, often verbally.
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- He expressed his apprehension about the upcoming surgery.
- The investors expressed considerable apprehension over the company's new strategy.
- She will likely express some apprehension when she hears the news.
- Expressing his apprehension to the team leader helped to clarify the risks involved.
- He was unable to express his deep apprehension in words.
- Did the witness express any apprehension about testifying in court?
- Although he tried to hide it, his letter clearly expressed apprehension for his family's safety.
- During the meeting, several board members expressed apprehension regarding the merger.
- The pilots have expressed their apprehension about the safety of the new aircraft.
- He hesitated to express his apprehension, fearing he would be seen as weak.