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Definition for fear of (doing) something in British English

for fear of (doing) something phrase

phrase
1

in case you make something bad happen

Example

I didn't tell Susan about our meeting for fear of upsetting her.

Example

Scientists reject a total ban for fear it will undermine efforts to stop the spread of malaria.

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Definition for fear of (doing) something in British English