fearsome
Example Sentences
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Didier Deschamps' squad have a fearsome front line, including Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappe and Hugo Ekitike, and the 2022 runners-up were unbeaten in European qualifying.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The 6-foot-6, 284-pound Pelicans forward is just as physical as he is athletic, creating a fearsome combination for defenders.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
Scientists believe it rivalled the fearsome Tyrannosaurus rex in size, measuring around 40 feet long with a 20-inch sword-like crest on its head.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
Now he’s the fearsome monster who can’t quite remember the man he used to be.
From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026
In spite of the creature’s fearsome appearance, he was soft as potting clay where the baby was concerned.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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