The situation wasn't going to fly out of control as he'd initially feared it might.

At least ten people were initially feared dead in the incident.

Doctors initially feared that he would never play hockey again.

Rich Moore, the head director, initially feared the episode would not be completed in time.

Those cuts and taxes would be less onerous than initially feared.

Though he initially fears that this might jeopardize his career, they decide to go continue the relationship anyway.

Ten people were initially feared dead after their boat went adrift during the storm.

Officials are still investigating but say it was most likely a gas explosion, not a terrorist attack as initially feared.

Damage in these regions was less than initially feared.

Although a strong storm when it passed over Okinawa, damage was less than initially feared.