cathartic

Example Sentences

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That night she spent producing “Start Over” was immensely cathartic, just like writing it had been.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The emotional combustion of his climactic scenes with Willy fail to reach cathartic levels.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

For 23-year-old Lucas Leach, who plays pickpocket Gabriel, returning to school to film Crookhaven was a cathartic experience.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

"In a cathartic way it did play a little bit of a factor in my retirement as I knew you've got to let this kid fly now."

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

I like it out here, it’s cathartic, cleansing, like an ice bath.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins