Special Report

The Most Common Nightmares Among Americans

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Attending an exam unprepared
> Portion of respondents who have it: 30.40%

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Catching fire
> Portion of respondents who have it: 32.80%

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Sustaining a physical injury
> Portion of respondents who have it: 38.00%

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Drowning
> Portion of respondents who have it: 39.40%

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Death of a loved one
> Portion of respondents who have it: 44.70%

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