more frightening
Example Sentences
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"A neurotoxin, a radioactive substance, or a toxic substance is much more frightening than an explosive or being shot to death."
From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026
“It’s more frightening when something is not instantly fully understood and seen,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026
The film’s comedy won’t appeal to all tastes, but some will welcome the leavening effect it has on the movie’s more frightening aspects.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025
Gemma, who worked as one of Fayed’s personal assistants between 2007-09, says his behaviour became more frightening during work trips abroad.
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2024
To Stella, their father’s face, etched with worry in the lamp-lit room, was more frightening than any ghosts.
From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper
