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