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as in frightened
to strike with fear
for some reason, the herd of feeding animals at the zoo panicked him
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Recent Examples of panicked
Emily Baker-White, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Last July, when Team Ueda raised rates to the highest since 2008, a skyrocketing yen panicked Nikkei investors.
—William Pesek, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Eagles, after fans panicked during a 2-2 start, have won 10 in a row.
—Christiaan Defranco, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
So when construction equipment moved into the lot behind the bar earlier this year, Carvalho panicked.
—Katie Thornton, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
The Gators were 11 of 32 from 3-point range and never panicked even as the Tar Heels rallied.
—Staff and Wire Reports, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Down 14-0, the Panthers hardly panicked, not with the poise and leadership of Smigiel at quarterback.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
Viewers on TikTok were panicked by the discovery in the viral video.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
The couple tried to put themselves in the mind-set of someone who panicked at the sight of a bear at the door, and concluded that, even if rattled, Tobey might have made other choices.
—Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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The app has panicked Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, whose own Twitter competitor, Threads, has rushed to copy many of its features.
—Emily Baker-White, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Last July, when Team Ueda raised rates to the highest since 2008, a skyrocketing yen panicked Nikkei investors.
—William Pesek, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Eagles, after fans panicked during a 2-2 start, have won 10 in a row.
—Christiaan Defranco, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
So when construction equipment moved into the lot behind the bar earlier this year, Carvalho panicked.
—Katie Thornton, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
The Gators were 11 of 32 from 3-point range and never panicked even as the Tar Heels rallied.
—Staff and Wire Reports, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Down 14-0, the Panthers hardly panicked, not with the poise and leadership of Smigiel at quarterback.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
Viewers on TikTok were panicked by the discovery in the viral video.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
The couple tried to put themselves in the mind-set of someone who panicked at the sight of a bear at the door, and concluded that, even if rattled, Tobey might have made other choices.
—Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panicked
Adjective
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What's more, despite the fact that the majority of parents limit their teen's digital usage, most remain worried that they will be exposed to harms online.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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Many Americans are worried that their First Amendment right to free speech is fading.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Some people find that drinking it on an empty stomach, such as before breakfast, can also lead to digestive upset or acid reflux.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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This resulted in the anonymous poster feeling guilty and upset.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The movie sees the revival of arch-villain Feathers McGraw, who terrified kids in 1993’s The Wrong Trousers.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
23 Dec. 2024
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My Hugo would chase it and bark at it, or he'd be terrified.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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That takes some fortitude, when world trade is on the verge of collapse, consumers are frightened and businesses can’t plan anything.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Hearts Melt At Moment 'Shut Down' Foster Dog Decides To Trust New Family By Rachael O'Connor Life and Trends Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 Animal lovers' hearts have soared at the moment a frightened foster dog chose to trust the family in her new home.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Knights believes Riyadh is apprehensive about the Houthis retaliating with long-range drones and missiles against its infrastructure.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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In his first season during filming, Brown was a little apprehensive about being in front of the camera at first.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Will Poulter has never been afraid to get rough on screen and the same apparently applies to his work process as well.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
6 Apr. 2025
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And most importantly, surround yourself with other women who think big, talk money openly, and aren’t afraid to build serious wealth.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Three minors heard gunfire and believed they had been fired at, and were scared of being shot, wrote Sheriff’s Deputy Dave Walls.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Apr. 2025
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From an analytical perspective, many are going to be scared of the late breakout at a small school, which is a fair point.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Black is the ideal guy for the job here, screaming in agony while applying the nightmare product, and using Chester Cheetah as the alarmed straight man is inspired.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2025
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Cena's unprovoked assault, following a bizarre accusation, showcased a volatile side, prompting Jim Ross's alarmed reaction.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Panicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/panicked. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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