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horrifying





ADJECTIVE
chilling
Synonyms












Example Sentences

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Al Otro Lado is another truly horrifying decision with, again, Sam Alito writing for the six.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

At the time, Hilton shared the devastating news on Instagram, revealing that she had been watching live news coverage when she saw the horrifying flames consume her own house.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

We have far more intimate, horrifying knowledge about the fundamental evil of power and fame, but little we can do to fight it.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

Returning home, he was diagnosed with OCD, and quit writing for a month – a decision he calls "horrifying".

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

What Patrice and I find so horrifying is just a big joke to them.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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