ferocious
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Ferocious monsoon rains did not dampen the spirits as the Tibetan spiritual leader appeared in traditional robes and a flowing yellow wrap, smiling and walking with the aid of two monks.
From BBC • Jul. 6, 2025
Ferocious and dangerous at first, but then a big cuddly cat after.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2025
Ferocious storms clobbered homes and structures along the Southern California coast in January 1983.
From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2023
Ferocious gusts ripped off roofs, collapsed walls and jolted buildings off their foundations.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 12, 2022
“What joy! What clashings and smashings! Ferocious Gurgi fills wicked warriors with awful terror and outcries.”
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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