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ghoul

[gool] / gul /
NOUN
evil demon
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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Suturing Mary Shelley’s novel to his own 21st century anti-technocrat ferocity, Guillermo del Toro cranked up his ambitions in every element from costumes to cinematography and thrillingly brought his favorite ghoul to life.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Taking a pause to gather herself from his blunt answer, the comedian tried again to one-up the mendacious ghoul.

From Salon • Jan. 2, 2024

Ever since the ghoul of high inflation was broken in the 1980s, the Federal Reserve has been quick to aid the economy and financial markets during times of trouble.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 2, 2023

Whatever the mind conjures up, custom-made for unique neuroses and fears, may well be scarier than any tangible monster or ghoul.

From New York Times • Oct. 3, 2023

The ghoul made his way to the central fountain.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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