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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dreaded
feared
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It was initially feared that the 29-year-old Mainz defender would miss the rest of the World Cup.
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Government officials feared that housing so many prisoners could create security problems and heighten fears among Americans at home.
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“Dreaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dreaded. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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