atrocious
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He said there was a "moral obligation to protect the civilian population from the atrocious effects of war".
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Mark Joseph Stern: It sounds antiseptic, but it’s absolutely atrocious.
From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026
Even Tottenham, whose form has been atrocious for 18 months now, managed it early last season, when United were one of the teams they beat.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026
Equally atrocious was the Bruins’ defense, players leaving the perimeter open on drive-and-dishes that led to a flurry of three-pointers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026
I get to Henry Street the next night after work and make it to the front door, and I must say, Father O’Reilly’s house gives new meaning to the word atrocious.
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
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