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Plural
panics
1
a feeling of extreme fear and anxiety that makes one unable to think clearly
- The fire alarm caused everyone to rush out in panic.
- He felt a wave of panic when he realized he had lost his wallet.
- Her voice was filled with panic as she called for help.
- Panic set in when they couldn't find the exit during the evacuation.
- He managed to control his panic and calmly solve the problem.
2
a rapid spread of financial fear that drives people or markets into rushed, unstable actions
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