more scared

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And I do think that it’s still somewhat of a democracy here in this country, and you still can pretty much say what you want, although people seem to be more scared these days.

From Slate • Dec. 4, 2025

But it would be fair to say, yes, people are more scared.

From Slate • Aug. 7, 2025

Ferrier was more scared of Mayorga and Salazar than she was of her own parents, Yoselin Salazar said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2025

"Then I was just more scared for my health," Korda admitted.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2024

“He is more scared than hurt,” I said.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck