fright

Example Sentences

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O’Brien, in fright makeup and wig, looked like Aunt Gladys, the orange-haired witch in the horror movie “Weapons.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

But the escalations over the weekend, alongside scenes of destruction of energy infrastructure both in Iran and across the Gulf, saw the markets take rapid fright.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

“Sinners” prioritizes the moment in time in which the fright occurs — both visually and sonically — making it as much a period piece as it is a movie with vampires in it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

In traditional horror movies, fright is centered and dialogue is a backdrop.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

He did show nervousness before a game, as certain great actors show stage fright before a demanding performance, but this state of anxiety shouldn’t be confused with fear.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady