What are some crossword clues for dreaded?

Feared greatly by many.; Anticipated with anxiety.; Avoided due to fear.; Causing apprehension in others.; Regarded with strong dislike.

dreaded in a sentence

a., v.

DREADED: (adjective) greatly feared or anticipated with apprehension.

Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "dreaded".

She dreaded the thought of giving a presentation in front of the entire class.
The dreaded phone call finally came, bringing news that changed everything.
He had dreaded this moment for years, yet when it arrived, he felt oddly calm.
As the deadline approached, she dreaded the looming possibility of failure.
The sound of thunder made him dread the impending storm that always followed.