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frightening

ADJECTIVE
fearsome
Synonyms
Antonyms


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It’s frightening to watch someone you care for so deeply balance all that power.

From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026

There is nothing more frightening than when the familiar starts acting strange, in movies or in life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

While Wales provided threat going forwards, in defence they provided little resistance as England's powerful attack pierced through with frightening ease.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

"The idea of a possessed and frightening mom, played by Jessica Chastain, is attracting audiences and should work around the world, before poor word-of-mouth catches up with it."

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

Cluny was the picture of barbaric power, geared for war from his poison tail tip to the frightening battle helmet.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques


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