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haunted

[hawn-tid, hahn-] / ˈhɔn tɪd, ˈhɑn- /
ADJECTIVE
frequented
Synonyms


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Meanwhile, the war is producing the kind of backlash that has haunted every modern American intervention.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

But perhaps the best thing to come of the record was that Blake was able to “solve some riddles” that had haunted him for quite some time.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

But Newcastle soon found themselves 3-1 down after chief tormentor Omar Marmoush haunted them once again.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Ressel said he used to work as a scare actor at haunted attractions so he understood where his employees were coming from.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Whatever was inside was the only thing lighting the room, and it gave the Amagqirha’s face a haunted look as she stepped up to it and whispered a command.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia