panic
noun
a sudden overwhelming fear, with or without cause, that produces hysterical or irrational behavior, and that often spreads quickly through a group of persons or animals.
is panicking
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present progressiveof panic (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The auto industry is panicking about another potential chip shortage.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 17, 2025
Dougie thinks Asher is panicking about the baby, and he sees this as great material for the show.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
"Everyone is panicking - even in other cities than Gedaref - that the RSF will escalate the war and reach Gedaref," he said.
From BBC ● Dec. 22, 2023
While the specifics will obviously be hidden, each says what they are not doing is panicking.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 14, 2023
“Karkaroff’s Mark is becoming darker too. He is panicking, he fears retribution; you know how much help he gave the Ministry after the Dark Lord fell.”
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
