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horror

[hawr-er, hor-] / ˈhɔr ər, ˈhɒr- /


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This “Mummy” turns its back on the spirit of the adventure films starring Brendan Fraser and seeks an all-out horror effect with a well-deserved R rating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

He had a cameo in Iron Lung, the smash-hit horror film self-financed, filmed and directed by fellow social media star Markiplier.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Some of the most iconic horror films were filmed in the Golden State.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

But even the "Scream" horror movies, which debuted in 1996, are still going strong, with "Scream 7" taking in more than $200 million worldwide so far this year, according to Box Office Mojo.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

A prickle of horror ran down the back of his neck and into his arms and legs.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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