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As a teenager, one of the leads, Wakana Gojo, trains as a hina-doll craftsman but keeps that hidden from his classmates for fear of being shunned for his interests.
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Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
However, a parent who spoke with CNN and requested anonymity for fear of possible repercussions believes the request is meant to prepare for other scenarios related to the tensions between Caracas and Washington.
—Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 6 Dec. 2025
Many young Americans report avoiding political conversations for fear of backlash and doubt that people who disagree with them still want what is best for the country.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2025
The cousin spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisal.
—Collin Binkley, Arkansas Online, 29 Nov. 2025
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Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
However, a parent who spoke with CNN and requested anonymity for fear of possible repercussions believes the request is meant to prepare for other scenarios related to the tensions between Caracas and Washington.
—Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 6 Dec. 2025
Many young Americans report avoiding political conversations for fear of backlash and doubt that people who disagree with them still want what is best for the country.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2025
The cousin spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisal.
—Collin Binkley, Arkansas Online, 29 Nov. 2025
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“For fear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20fear%20of. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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