just afraid

Frequency: 6.942.5 per million words

Emphasizes that fear is the simple or primary reason for something.

afraidADVERB + afraid

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just

Examples (10)

  • You know the truth; you're just afraid to admit it.
  • He's not being stubborn; he's just afraid of failing.
  • She didn't refuse the promotion because she lacked ambition; she was just afraid of the responsibility.
  • Why won't you try it? Are you just afraid you might not be good enough?
  • He doesn't actually dislike you; he's just afraid of getting close to anyone.
  • The puppy wouldn't come out from under the bed; it was just afraid of the loud noise.
  • They remained silent not because they agreed, but because they were just afraid of the consequences.
  • "I'm just afraid of losing my savings," he explained.
  • Many people avoid public speaking because they are just afraid of being judged.
  • He hesitated before asking for a raise, just afraid his boss would say no.