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to scare
01
to suddenly make a person or animal to feel afraid
Transitive: to scare a person or animal
Examples
The loud thunder scared the dog, causing it to hide under the bed.
I did n't mean to scare you when I tapped your shoulder from behind.
02
to become afraid or startled by something
Intransitive
Examples
He scares easily when watching horror movies.
Some animals scare at even the slightest movement.
