freak

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Don’t freak out, but don’t be naive, either.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Australian Open organisers urged fans to drink plenty of water and stay in the shade as the tournament braces for a freak heatwave on Tuesday with temperatures set to soar as high as 45C.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

“But if I have a particular gift, it’s a mental one — the ability to keep it together where others might freak out.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

Formula—real, store-bought formula—is, except in freak cases of contamination, a perfectly safe and good option for getting babies fed, right now.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

“Fine. But you know how much of a control freak she is. She’s not going to want you to spend time with me.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam