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intimidating

[in-tim-i-dey-ting] / ɪnˈtɪm ɪˌdeɪ tɪŋ /


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She described receiving the letter, also delivered by sheriff officers at her front door, as "intimidating".

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

It’s intimidating to see how much you spend, but truly understanding your habits is the only way to build a smart financial plan that survives when things go south.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

This posture likely helped them reach leaves high in trees and may have made them look larger and more intimidating to predators.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

Performing their solo show in a comedy club was an intimidating experience for Brigham Mosley, a genderqueer person.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Neither did Mrs. Ozobia, who followed her husband around, her manner regal, her beauty more intimidating close up.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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