Present participle for to be afraid of someone or something when considering them to be dangerous, painful, or harmful
“I fear the things he will do to me if you send me back!”
Present participle for to have a phobia of
“I fear spiders and anything related to creepy crawlies.”
(with infinitive) Present participle for to avoid something because one has too many concerns
“I fear having to break out of my comfort zone.”
(followed by for) Present participle for to show concern on behalf of
“His behavior has been erratic recently, and I fear for his mental health.”
Present participle for to regard with adoration and reverence, particularly for deities and gods
“Stand before Him, and fear Him!”
Present participle for to have a sinking feeling
“I fear that the injury toll will continue to rise after the recent disaster.”
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