haunted

Example Sentences

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Twin Peaks was both a place haunted by violence and a nostalgic fantasy of small-town innocence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

But perhaps the best thing to come of the record was that Blake was able to “solve some riddles” that had haunted him for quite some time.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

He also, one suspects, has been haunted by a personal fear of making a mistake in an arena in which he has no experience.

From Salon • Mar. 10, 2026

But Newcastle soon found themselves 3-1 down after chief tormentor Omar Marmoush haunted them once again.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

“I can’t take it anymore! I am guilty! Guilty! I’m haunted each and every night by you! This money is cursed!”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan