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appalling

[uh-paw-ling] / əˈpɔ lɪŋ /


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“Derek had the longest list, obviously, but I’ve met some appalling ends.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

DUP assembly member for north Belfast Brian Kingston called it an "utterly appalling" attack.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Jasvinder Sanghera, the Independent Survivor Advocate appointed by Harrods, who has worked with Brittan, said the incident was "absolutely appalling".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday denounced the "appalling treatment" of activists aboard the Gaza-bound aid flotilla as "unacceptable," in a call with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, according to a statement.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Despite his appalling injuries, Shadow managed to lever himself up on one paw.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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