nightmare
Example Sentences
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The simplicity of his execution underlines that a nightmare future doesn’t need to much to come to fruition, just a couple of clipboards and mass apathy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 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
Barbie Dream Fest is bit of a pink nightmare.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
The comic, who's currently appearing in season two of the Prime Video show, told BBC Newsbeat about her "nightmare" opponent and how the British comedy scene appears to be having a moment thanks to TV.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
My constant nightmare flashed through my mind, and there, on that boat, I knew I had a new purpose.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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