atrocious

Example Sentences

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Mark Joseph Stern: It sounds antiseptic, but it’s absolutely atrocious.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

The search for a ninth person believed killed in a huge avalanche in the US state of California will stretch into the weekend, officials said Thursday, as atrocious weather hampered operations.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The defense’s atrocious cornerbacks don’t deserve most of the blame?

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

England's atrocious Ashes tour ended with a five-wicket defeat in the fifth Test that gave Australia a 4-1 series triumph.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

There was an outdoor toilet, which smelled atrocious with so many people using it.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana