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Discover LudwigThe phrase "afraid state" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe a state of fear or anxiety, but it is not a standard expression.
Example: "In an afraid state, she found it difficult to concentrate on her work."
Alternatives: "state of fear" or "state of anxiety."
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The Association of Independent Producers and the Union of Independent Producers went to court over A Very Long Engagement, because they are afraid state funds could go to Hollywood-financed blockbuster productions.
Addressing the union's annual conference in Glasgow on Sunday, she concluded with the words: "Now, at the NASUWT, we don't like to give up on anybody, but I am afraid state education is just not right for Michael.
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Richard Ash, the chief executive of Sam Ash, the largest chain of family-owned music stores in the country, isn't afraid to state the obvious.
Opposition politicians claim that's because they're too afraid to state their anti-government feelings.
He was leaving because there was no music, because he was afraid the state police might come in and because of a feeling that the town didn't want him here.
If we are too afraid to state our dreams – even to begin to sketch out possible futures – then we have begun to disinvent the greatest facility humans have: to invent better.
"Marion is a tremendous athlete with a lot of talent, carries herself with a lot of class and knows what she wants to do, and isn't afraid to state that and come out here and give it a try".
"You might say, 'Yes, I know all the other partners are going, but this isn't one for me'". Know what your limits are and don't be afraid to state them – it'll make everyone much happier in the end.
The PTs noticed the students were afraid to state their answer, even when it was correct.
He didn't seek help because he was afraid the state Medical Board would take his license away.
We need a capitalist evangelist who is not afraid to state his goal - to dramatically and radically cut taxes to encourage entrepreneurship, and spark an economic boom.
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