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nightmare

noun as in bad dream or experience

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Goodall said this “nightmare time” forever changed her view of ape nature.

Several unnerving things are happening at once, including the presence of a silhouetted stalker, old bones that give the dog nightmares and Todd’s unpredictable mood swings.

For the tens of thousands of civilians trapped inside the city, each day is a nightmare.

From BBC

Last December, Harrison was thrilled to learn that she was pregnant again, but then “her worst nightmare” repeated itself.

For some of those like James who believe that resale websites are helping them fulfil their dream of attending a game, matchday can turn into a nightmare.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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