Example Sentences

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"In those situations, quite naturally you will panic," he said.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

I know nothing about this road, and sometimes the U.S. roads—well, I guess I lied about the panicking, because I will panic a little bit when I see a sign that says “no trucks.”

From Slate • Jan. 4, 2022

“So many times, people will panic and will get worried and frustrated,’’ he said.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 2, 2021

You will panic and say, “No, Meghan, you don’t get it. We will never go anywhere.”

From Washington Post • Aug. 29, 2017

A few will phone for help; others will panic and require medical assistance themselves; and many, alas, will simply be annoyed that their dinner was interrupted and will tip their waiters ungenerously as a result.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood