84. for fear of ... 以防……／由于怕……

I am walking in a rush for fear of missing the bus.

我急匆匆地走以防错过公交车。

John studied hard these days for fear of failing in the exam.

由于怕考试挂科，约翰这几天学习很认真。

We spoke in whisper for fear of waking up the baby.

我们轻声谈话，以免吵醒婴儿。

常用英语口语