horrific

Example Sentences

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Meningitis is a horrific disease that can take people from the peak of life and health to critically ill within hours, but it is still rare.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

And then, this horrific, mysterious smog shows up.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“It was laughable at best, horrific at worst,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

"It was absolutely horrific to see an animal in such distress, it was just awful," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

“I am a fearless fighter for girls’ education who overcame a horrific attempt to silence me.”

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan