Fear
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Physical Reactions
Fear can cause physical reactions like shaking, sweating, or a fast heartbeat. The mere sight of the snake filled her with fear, leaving her hands trembling.
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Fear vs Phobia
Fear is general unease, while a phobia is an intense, irrational fear of specific things. While he felt fear during storms, his friend had a genuine phobia of lightning.
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Not Always Visible
Fear isn't always shown outwardly; some people hide their fears very well. Despite her fear of public speaking, she delivered the speech confidently.