horror
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But many of its characters are exaggerated in a way that can pass for comical, until the horror just elbows them out of the way in its very effective, storm-tossed final acts.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
But horror stories have been around forever — and never in such profusion as they are now, to the point that there is little new under the bloody sun.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
In May 1782 he reacted with horror when one of his officers, Lewis Nicola, suggested that he should become another King George.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
Easter Road basked not just in the sunshine but in the anxiety of their guests, the unspeakable horror of having their league dream buffeted by their greatest rivals.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
But my brother steps back, staring at me in horror.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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