alarmingly

Example Sentences

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The FTC says the numbers are rising alarmingly.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

That’s an alarmingly high number, but it actually wasn’t enough.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Byrne received two Emmy nominations and a lot of attention for “Damages,” but, as is so often the case, she found herself being offered roles that were alarmingly similar to Ellen.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Marsh followed him shortly after with a brisk 54 as they unravelled alarmingly to be bundled out for 181, losing their final five wickets in the space of just seven runs and 14 balls.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

The boat scraped alarmingly, broke free, and scraped again farther on.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer