public hysteria
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a state of intense public fear or panic, often about a particular issue
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- The government tried to calm the public hysteria surrounding the virus.
- Irresponsible reporting fueled public hysteria about the alleged threat.
- There was widespread public hysteria after the news broke.
- We must avoid creating unnecessary public hysteria over this minor issue.
- The movie caused a wave of public hysteria when it was first released.
- Officials warned that public hysteria could lead to dangerous consequences.
- The incident triggered public hysteria regarding food safety.
- Such rumors are likely to generate public hysteria without facts.
- The politician was accused of whipping up public hysteria for votes.
- Public hysteria can be as damaging as the crisis itself.