horrific
Example Sentences
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"It was horrific... just like a stab in the stomach again," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
“This is one of the most consequential and horrific rulings that I have seen since becoming the D.A.,” said San Francisco Dist.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Jewish community volunteer group Shomrim said it was "aware of the horrific video" and the police are taking it "very seriously".
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Ironically, it’s that horrific moment that causes a shift for Caroline and Leo, who is summoned by Caroline to help with Henry following the home incident.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
These horrific sounds continued for what seemed like a very long time.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
Vocabulary lists containing horrific
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