terrifying

Example Sentences

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Anselme Shima, originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and who has lived in Northern Ireland since 2013, called the situation "terrifying".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Ten being the most terrifying, it’s like a 15. When I see any character dances, I’m like, ‘Ugh.’

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

And when my thoughts go idle, they drift to new happy memories that I’ve made all myself: A rainbow over a mountain range after a terrifying hail storm in Texas.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

"It was really very terrifying," says Costel Patrichi, a resident who's in charge of the building.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The bear swung round with terrifying agility and raced after him.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver