nightmare

Example Sentences

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But when Kerr arrived Friday, it felt more like a nightmare.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“I don’t think I’m my ancestors wildest dream, I think I’m their worst nightmare because I’m gay and I do comedy,” Zaalan says, laughing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Like when Mills managed to persuade Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston to give his mate a nightmare interview in 2014.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Barbie Dream Fest is bit of a pink nightmare.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

What started as a real possibility for us to be normal again turned into a nightmare.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott