Scare
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Intensity Level
Used for light fear, not extreme terror or horror. I scare easily during spooky stories.
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Temporary Effect
Often implies a brief or momentary feeling of fear. Can you stop trying to scare me? I know it's just a joke.
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Physical Reaction
Can describe causing someone to jump or scream. The popping balloon scared me and I dropped my cup.