fear
noun
a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; the feeling or condition of being afraid.
Example Sentences
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She enters the mosh pit fearlessly, dodging flailing arms to two-step — a synchronized dance move that requires punching and running in place — unleashing her energy in the punk sanctum.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
Speaking outside court, Det Con Elle MacLeod from Gloucestershire Police commended the victim for her bravery in coming forward and for the way she "fearlessly gave evidence" in front of the jury.
From BBC ● May 7, 2026
Borgli fearlessly asks how quickly the images we consume by scrolling or watching the news affect our thinking.
From Salon ● Apr. 3, 2026
He shared the European Union's top human rights prize for having "fearlessly upheld" the values of justice, democracy and the rule of law with Machado, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October.
From Barron's ● Dec. 3, 2025
In many ways, these were the glory days for the accused, for our own people were on the stand fearlessly enunciating ANC policy.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
