fear for

phrasal verb

feared for; fearing for; fears for

: to feel concern for (something or someone) : to worry about (something or someone)

She feared for her husband's safety.

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An email sent to a Jewish funeral home in Texas left the owner and staff fearing for their safety, Texas police said. —

Kate Linderman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025 As another fire began to alight in the Los Angeles area on Wednesday, residents in the Hollywood Hills — as well as onlookers worldwide — feared for the safety of those involved, not to mention the iconic Hollywood Sign. —

Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025 The game grows increasingly personal, however, and Van Orton begins fearing for his life. —

Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025 Godoy appeared to have no remorse for the attack that left the woman fearing for her life, Haltom City police said. —

Christina Coulter, Fox News, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for fear for