horrify

Example Sentences

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Asking exhausted organisers how the project was going normally elicited more tired laughs or horrified stares than answers.

From BBC

"I was 18 in 1981, so I kind of witnessed and stood back from and was horrified by the epidemic that ensued," said the Swansea-born screenwriter.

From BBC

Afghans living in America told the BBC they had been horrified by the Washington DC attack, which they emphasised was the act of just one person.

From BBC

He has created games which he describes as "satirical, horrifying or queer" and reflect specific aspects of his life as a trans man in the UK.

From BBC

"I'm equal parts delighted and horrified," said another.

From Barron's