terrible

Example Sentences

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The North warned in February of a "terrible response" if it detects more drones crossing the border from the South, prompting Seoul to investigate the claims.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Hang on a sec, we imagine Karl saying, this connection is terrible.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

I’ve never once taken it for granted, especially as friends and family members have lived for decades in a terrible limbo over their legal status.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

"There's a terrible algebra situation going on here of all of these things will equal 'bye-bye'."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Truly, I feel terrible that you came all this way,” I end up saying.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse