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as in dread
suspicion or fear of future harm or misfortune
the hikers entered the dark cave with a great deal of apprehension
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as in arrest
the act of taking into one's control by authority of law
apprehension of the burglar set the neighborhood at ease
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as in fear
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble
felt a great deal of apprehension about the trip and about arriving safely
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as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a good apprehension of how computer systems work
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Recent Examples of apprehension
In February, Border Patrol recorded roughly 8,500 apprehensions of migrants who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border illegally, the lowest level in at least 25 years, according to government figures obtained by CBS News.
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Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2025
The apprehensions from them and other Republicans have been sparked predominantly by Colby’s positions that the United States should redirect its attention from threats in the Middle East, such as countering Iran and its proxies, to instead focus on China and its growing influence in Asia.
—Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Mar. 2025
Here are two key steps for leaders looking to turn AI apprehension into a competitive advantage.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Venomous Snake Found Inside Box of Bananas at New Hampshire Grocery Store
No one was injured in the apprehension of the reptile.
—Shyla Watson, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025
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Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2025
The apprehensions from them and other Republicans have been sparked predominantly by Colby’s positions that the United States should redirect its attention from threats in the Middle East, such as countering Iran and its proxies, to instead focus on China and its growing influence in Asia.
—Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Mar. 2025
Here are two key steps for leaders looking to turn AI apprehension into a competitive advantage.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Venomous Snake Found Inside Box of Bananas at New Hampshire Grocery Store
No one was injured in the apprehension of the reptile.
—Shyla Watson, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for apprehension
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Over the past few weeks, my family has watched with dread as the Trump administration has closed the borders of the United States to asylum seekers and refugees just like in World War II.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Feb. 2025
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For many, there's a feeling of dread associated with software updates to your favorite gadget.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
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One of them ended in dozens of arrests Thursday in Manhattan.—
Axios,
Axios,
15 Mar. 2025
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Bell had a firearm at the time of his arrest, according to police.—
Michael Moore Jr.,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2025
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Two days is a long time on Capitol Hill, so there is still plenty of time for a deal to emerge, but Schumer's statement certainly heats up shutdown fears.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2025
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The country passed a law last month banning foreign political donations over fears about potential interference in this week’s vote.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
12 Mar. 2025
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There’s a tender dynamic between the two, a kind of sublimated love that comes from mutual understanding.—
Sarah Larson,
The New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2025
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What Adams and Jefferson understood in the 19th century still applies to the divisions in American society today: Reconciliation requires understanding.—
Betsy Sinclair,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2025
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Trade tensions and signs of slowing growth have led to worries that a recession could be looming.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN,
9 Mar. 2025
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Those worries were only amplified by his State of the Union speech.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
8 Mar. 2025
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Ofcom did not respond to Ars' request to comment on whether Ofcom currently has concerns about X or any other big platforms' compliance, only re-sharing information from the press release regarding top priorities as enforcement begins.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
17 Mar. 2025
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The pullbacks in nonessential areas like restaurants and airline travel signals consumers might be turning their concerns about the economy into tighter budgets.—
Austin Denean,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2025
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Only 3 miles from Main Street in downtown Breckenridge there is a trailhead that leads not only to backcountry joy, but a greater appreciation for the town’s 19th-century mining history.—
John Meyer,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
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This not only fosters appreciation for the cuisine but also sparks curiosity about the traditions, struggles and resilience of the people behind it.—
Liza B. Zimmerman,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Extreme deficits may lead to obsessive food tracking, anxiety around eating, or disordered eating patterns.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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The series is less a procedural crime drama than a social portrait diving headfirst into the simmering cultural anxiety around boys and young men in the age of incels, male dislocation, and toxic podcasts.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Apprehension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apprehension. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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