apocalyptic

Example Sentences

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There are reasons to question the most apocalyptic forecasts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Gen. William “Jerry” Boykin were apparent adherents to these apocalyptic beliefs.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

While heavy winter rain is normal for the region, Prof Dave Hodgson - an ecologist at the University of Exeter's Cornwall campus - said the volume and persistence this season felt "a bit apocalyptic".

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Still, the apocalyptic folk tales offer an irresistible fable for the times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

This apocalyptic cycle had occurred four times before.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann