Some men were afraid of him because he was so rich and powerful.

VOA: special.2009.02.07

In announcing the program, Mr.Zuma said many people are afraid to be tested because of the stigma associated with HIV.

VOA: standard.2010.04.26

"I am afraid that Switzerland made concessions just because of two individuals who are in a really difficult situation.

VOA: standard.2009.08.23

Because many immigrants are from countries where authorities can be trusted, they're often afraid to report crimes in the U.S.

VOA: standard.2010.07.22

And as a result,stock markets in the U.S.fell sharply because investors are afraid that there is more regulatory risk in the financial system.

VOA: standard.2010.05.19

People are afraid because they see proposals being offered every day here to raise their taxes,"

VOA: standard.2009.03.10

"They are still afraid because they have heard on the radio that there are some aftershocks."

VOA: standard.2010.02.01

"Some of the Muslim parents took their kids out of the Islamic schools and put them in public schools because they were afraid of backlash."

VOA: standard.2010.07.12

(SAYING) Kumtan says foreign travelers will stay away this year because they are afraid.

VOA: standard.2010.04.12

"It is absolutely unacceptable to have individuals suffering in silence because they're afraid their peers or superiors will make fun of them,or worse, it will adversely affect their careers,".

VOA: standard.2009.12.25

They say a majority of people are afraid of being thrown out of their homes because rents are rising and they do not have the money to keep pace with this.

VOA: standard.2009.09.20