16. I dread to think what she will do when she learns all about it.17. I dread going by plane. I dread to think that there may be a crash.18. I regret turning to him for advice, I regret to tell you that he has proved to be a very unreliable man.19. She was panic-stricken and was afraid even to turn her head.20. The old lady was afraid to sit in a draught.21. Children are usually afraid of staying alone at home.22. Their family problems have long ceased to interest me.23. She ceased trying to reason with him.24. It never ceased to rain that week.25. Once people retire they automatically cease being union members.