adjective
thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation (Freq. 1)
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became panicky as the snow deepened
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felt panicked before each exam
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trying to keep back the panic-stricken crowd
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the terrified horse bolted
• Syn: ↑panicky, ↑panicked, ↑panic-struck, ↑terrified, ↑frightened
• Similar to: ↑afraid
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extremely anxious about sth, in a way that prevents you from thinking clearly
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He sounded panic-stricken on the phone.
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Jack caught a glimpse of her panic-stricken face.
Example Bank:
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Her panic-stricken mother phoned the police.
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I was so panic-stricken that I could hardly speak.
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Lucy was suddenly panic-stricken.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.