terrible

Example Sentences

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At the time, Cardinal Nichols apologised and said he accepted the report, adding: "That so many suffered is a terrible shame with which I must live and from which I must learn."

From BBC

Still, everyone, Democrat or Republican, wants decent healthcare they can afford, and the peace of mind of knowing if something terrible happens, they will have access to help.

From Los Angeles Times

Aside from the terrible punishment its soldiers are getting on the front lines, the impact on the economy must be severe, although statistics on this are hard to come by.

From BBC

"Whoops, excuse me. Pardon me, such a terrible mistake."

From Barron's

“That’s a terrible reason not to bring a bill to the floor, is fear that it’s going to pass,” he said.

From Salon