horrified

Example Sentences

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Many devotees were horrified by the prospect of the relish vanishing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

She looked at me horrified, because that’s the only one of this shirt that we have.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

But after the decision from last week, “I’m just horrified at the thought of having to go back in time,” Villafranca said.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Rand's mother, who has asked not to be identified, said her son was in a stable condition in hospital, adding that she was "horrified these things could happen in the streets of London".

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

A horrified look, with her forehead scrumpled and her jaw slightly open.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen