great apprehension

Frequency: 7.511.2 per million words

Used to describe a very large amount of anxiety or fear.

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Examples (10)

  • He felt great apprehension before his big speech.
  • She was filled with great apprehension as she waited for the test results.
  • There is great apprehension among the staff about the company's future.
  • The announcement was met with great apprehension by the public.
  • The strange noise from the engine caused the pilot great apprehension.
  • A look of great apprehension crossed her face when she heard the news.
  • Despite his great apprehension, he walked onto the stage to accept the award.
  • The upcoming merger is a source of great apprehension for many employees.
  • I approached the interview with great apprehension, fearing I wasn't qualified.
  • With great apprehension, the team awaited the final verdict from the judges.