21.   Despite economic growth and low unemployment, the word that strikes fear into middle managers and white-collar worrywarts is downsizing.

22.   Even the wispiest of hints that a building may be for sale is likely to strike fear in the hearts of tenants.

23.   For decades, the swimming requirement struck fear in young landlubbers as they approached graduation.

24.   Harvey Weinstein is both a shrewd and demanding negotiator who strikes fear among his opponents.

25.   He is the shadowy face of the enemy, a warrior mercenary whose very mention strikes fear in the hearts of fearless men.

26.   He projects the strength and determination that reassures Americans and should strike fear in our enemies.

27.   He strikes fear into every pitcher he faces.

28.   He strikes fear in subordinates, and is known for fits of temper that cut meetings short with employee groups.

29.   Her aggressive style struck fear into the hearts of insecure men, Benson said.

30.   Hernandez strikes fear in the opposition, and Beck has to fool them.