terror
Example Sentences
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He either swats away shot attempts or, more often, makes would-be shooters run away in terror before they even look at the rim—a phenomenon known as the “Nope.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
“The terror in ‘Cape Fear’ is about the destruction of the family,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
"It was a good 20 minutes of terror."
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
Rubbish bins are notoriously scarce in Japan, partly due to safety concerns after past terror attacks in the country and abroad.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Somehow he had to mask his abject terror with a look of calm courage.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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