Definition

Examples

• "If the statue were going to be outside, I'm afraid it would corrode."
• "We've had to lock the door to his hut, I'm afraid."
• "Luna : I'm afraid not, Philip."
• "It's not that I'm scared of committing to Betty, it's just that with my history, I'm afraid it might be impossible."
• "I'm afraid you're disqualified!"
• "Horatio : These Americans, they are afraid of beauty!"
• "That sounds very exciting, but I'm afraid I'm not interested."
• "Brian : Well, without a receipt, I am afraid you're not going to get a cash refund."
• "I'm afraid the 401(k) plans are reserved for full-time, salaried employees."
• "I'm afraid you'll have to make an appointment with me to talk about training."
• "I'm afraid to say you were right."
• "Lawyer : I'm afraid that there's some bad news as well, Mr. Capone."
• "I've interviewed scores of candidates, and I'm afraid to say that none of them is up to par."
• "It's not that I'm scared of committing to Betty, it's just that with my history I'm afraid it might be impossible."
• "Doctor von Headcold : I'm afraid... you've lost your ability to smell!"
• "I've looked at your Medical History questionnaire and I'm afraid you won't be able to give blood today."
• "I read your CV with interest, but I'm afraid to say we have no suitable vacancies at present."
• "They are trying to break me, Bruno, and I am afraid that despite my rugged, tough exterior, I may not last."
• "Afraid to go into the deep"
• "Quite frankly Jean, if I told you about my political views, I'm afraid I would have to kill you."