The phrase "major scare" means a big and intense feeling of fear or fright that someone experiences.
Sentences with «major scare»
Over his lifetime, Aspen has had his fair share of minor ailments and injuries, but the last brought his first major scare. (hamboneaward.com)
When I encountered my first major scare, I threw my headset off (as well as my controller), and retreated to the comfort of my bed covers. (startreplay.com)
The Louisville Cardinals held on to win, 21 - 17, despite a major scare from the Southern Miss Golden Eagles. (sbnation.com)