horror

Example Sentences

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At times, it reminded me of John Carpenter’s little-seen, Lauren Hutton-starring 1978 film, “Someone’s Watching Me!,” an equally economical yet surprisingly stylish little TV movie that flaunted the still-budding horror legend’s early talents.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

That lot is near the yellow lot but I always hear horror stories every year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Few, though, were as brutal as the horror show Matthew Potts suffered in Sydney.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

My thoughts turned to the 2002 horror movie “The Ring,” in which that era’s technology—a videotape—caused viewers to die within seven days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Hannie’s face is briefly lit up, and the horror in her eyes is instant.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler