- present participle of horrify.
horrifying
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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