Definition of Panic

a quick worry or dread that someone can’t stop

Examples of Panic in a sentence

Everyone could hear the panic in the child’s voice and see the strained look in his face as the boy searched for his mother. 🔊

Knowing there are hundreds of people in the audience, panic rose as the speaker approached the stage. 🔊

Normally, people will panic during a surprise attack causing people to run, scream and hide. 🔊

My fear subsided as I noticed the tornado moving away in the distance, but Sarah’s panic continued for hours believing the tornado might return to the area. 🔊

After hearing the news of the escaped convict, widespread panic resulted in everyone in the town staying inside with their doors and windows locked. 🔊

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