Example Sentences

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It was a committed and funny piece of physical comedy, especially for the arachnophobic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2025

“Suppose some arachnophobic magician could wave a magic wand and make all spiders disappear,” says Crawford.

From National Geographic • Jan. 12, 2024

Image: Preston Innovation Laboratory/Rice University The group ordered their test subjects from a biological supply company, reports Gizmodo, which created some problems for arachnophobic colleagues.

From The Verge • Jul. 28, 2022

“If an arachnophobic person had their dreams come true, insects would become out of control, would go through boom and bust cycles like locusts and pretty soon, most land vertebrates would be extinct.”

From Seattle Times • Oct. 8, 2021

John is charming and calming, and begins by congratulating everyone for having the guts to face our fears, and assuring us that we’re not alone – 8%-10% of the population are arachnophobic.

From The Guardian • Oct. 14, 2014