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   Frighten , v. t. [imp. Frightened ; p. pr. & vb. n. Frightening .] [See Fright, v. t.] To disturb with fear; to throw into a state of alarm or fright; to affright; to terrify.
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   More frightened than hurt.
   Old Proverb.
   
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