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'afraid' in a sentence

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afraid adjective

: filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement

: feeling worry or concern or insecurity

: having feelings of aversion or unwillingness

: filled with fear or apprehension


  • People are still afraid to leave their houses.
  • Don't be afraid. It'll only hurt for a second.
  • Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty.
  • I'm afraid I've got bad news.
  • Don't be afraid of making mistakes.
  • I'm afraid he will never admit his guilt.
  • They're afraid of me.
  • Is someone making you feel afraid when you are at home?
  • I'm afraid that's no longer possible.
  • There's no reason to be afraid.
  • I'm no longer afraid of dogs.
  • People are afraid of change. But change drives the world.
  • Aren't you afraid of dogs?
  • Are you still afraid of the dark?
  • Are you afraid of being fired?
  • I'm afraid of heights.
  • That's what he was afraid of.
  • This squirrel is afraid of heights.
  • Some people are afraid of mice.
  • I'm afraid I won't finish the report on time.
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