horror
Example Sentences
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For those who know of exorcisms primarily from horror movies, the news of a professional exorcist in the nation’s capital causing drama may have been a bit confounding.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
The idea became the backbone of the A24 horror movie “Backrooms” from 20-year-old director Kane Parsons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
That puts it ahead of horror hits The Backrooms and Obsession, both of which were directed by well-known YouTubers.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Like many horror films, it’s entertaining even when it’s simply decent.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Churro barked and backed away, and Natalie watched in horror as the storm surge rose past the second floor and began to flood the hallway.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
Vocabulary lists containing horror
The Grim Reader: Wicked Words of Grave Importance for Halloween
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