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fearsome

[feer-suhm] / ˈfɪər səm /




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A side that has produced some of the sport's most fearsome bowlers were also meek with the ball and poor in the field.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

“Spa Weekend” is built around the same fearsome foursome ethos as shows like “Sex and the City” and “Girls,” with several different character types and lots of available friction between them.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

He clearly appreciates the value of a fearsome antagonist, though he somewhat overstates the threat Stalin personally posed to Emanuel after the revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 9, 2026

Smith Jr. came to San Diego as a fearsome linebacker who made two Pro Bowls, yet he transcended football through his infectious personality and devotion to his adopted city.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 30, 2026

The goddess thrust her spear at the giant, then brandished her shield with the fearsome bronzed visage of Medusa.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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