scare into
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To frighten (someone) to get them to do (something).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
John's warning scared me into getting to work on time.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “scare into” mean?
To frighten (someone) to get them to do (something).
Is “scare into” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.