horrific
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"They were Muslims fleeing horrific violence in Myanmar, so religious solidarity and humanitarian sympathy came together quite naturally."
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
“No child should ever have to endure such horrific circumstances,” the D.A. said in the release in September.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
A pensioner says trying to keep warm and afford heating this winter will be "horrific" amid rising energy costs.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Well, then, so is January, when the horrific bear market of 1973-74 began, initiating a 48% wipeout.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
There was a horrific crash in the parlor as the hooks that held up the heavy draperies flew off the wall and landed on the floor.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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