frightening

Example Sentences

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A frightening encounter with a fabled Sea Hag in the third episode turns dyed-in-the-wool skeptic Tom into a believer, allowing Rhys to exercise his pipes and impressive pitch.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Perhaps we’ve become so comfortable here in this flawed dwelling that any alternative is more frightening than staying put.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

"And in some ways, I think that's even more frightening."

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

For some Jewish people, it simply feels too frightening to go to synagogue at all.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Some seem frightening, pushing, shoving their way on the snow-dusted road.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes