terror
Example Sentences
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While Mr. Harris dreamed up a singular literary terror, Stephen King has countless nightmares to his name.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
It’s not gritty and harsh, but rather stunning and lovely — an eerie contrast to the terror and bloodshed of the day itself.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The state "will not tolerate acts of terror or intimidation against communities of faith", Newsom added.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
"Hate has no place in California, and we will not tolerate acts of terror or intimidation against communities of faith," he said on X, adding, "To the San Diego Muslim community: California stands with you."
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Troves of enslaved people from many African countries, including Ghana, were brought to the United States through this pier —confused, sick, and probably gripped with terror.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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