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hysterical

[hi-ster-i-kuhl] / hɪˈstɛr ɪ kəl /


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Scott Pelley’s hysterical self-indulgence illustrates what’s gone wrong with the American news media.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 8, 2026

The SFA blamed a "hysterical media narrative" following the controversial decision at the Fir Park match.

From BBC May 16, 2026

And when Pete and his cohorts arrive, they’re too broadly quirky to be either menacing or hysterical, although Olyphant’s long-suffering leader has some nice moments slowly processing how dumb Todd and Allegra are.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 24, 2026

Weeks before Cynthia’s death, after Ortiz broke things off with Hatley, she allegedly became hysterical.

From Slate Apr. 6, 2026

This is how voices are squeezed to hysterical screeching.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline




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