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| afraid |
feeling fear or apprehension. [1/3 definitions] |
| alarm |
a sudden apprehension marked by distress or anxiety. [1/5 definitions] |
| anxiety |
a mental state characterized by uneasiness, distress, and worry; apprehension. [2 definitions] |
| appreciation |
understanding or apprehension. [1/5 definitions] |
| bench warrant |
an order issued by a judge or court for the apprehension of someone charged with a crime. |
| dread |
to have fear or apprehension. [1/7 definitions] |
| fearful |
having feelings of fear or apprehension. [1/4 definitions] |
| misgiving |
a feeling of regret, doubt, or apprehension. |
| uh-oh |
used to express a sudden knowledge or apprehension that something bad is about to happen. |
| unconcern |
freedom from anxiety or apprehension. [1/2 definitions] |
| yikes |
a mild expression of fear, endangerment, or apprehension. |
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