show apprehension
Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words
To reveal one's anxiety through actions, behavior, or appearance.
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- The witness showed visible apprehension when questioned by the lawyer.
- Even the calmest investors started to show apprehension about the market's volatility.
- His face showed no apprehension, but his fidgeting hands told a different story.
- Try not to show apprehension during your presentation; confidence is key.
- Her voice began to show apprehension as she described the strange noise she heard.
- The child showed considerable apprehension before his first day of school.
- Are you showing apprehension because of the upcoming exam?
- It's natural to show some apprehension when facing a major life change.
- Despite the reassurances, the team continued to show apprehension about the project's feasibility.
- The new recruit will show apprehension if the tasks seem too daunting.