Fright and Spook

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Fright verb - To strike with fear.

Usage example: a ghastly sight that would fright even the most stouthearted soul

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Spook and fright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Spook" instead the word "Fright" as a verb or a noun.

Spook verb - To strike with fear.

Usage example: the sudden noise spooked her out of her skin

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Fright and spook are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fright" instead the word "Spook" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: spooky, spooked, spooking

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