HORROR SHOWS Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

horror shows

noun

plural of horror show

as in pains

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Noun

Nielsen has taken great pains to caution that there is no guarantee that ratings gains will accompany these changes, which are being implemented to further improve the accuracy of its data gathering.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 19 Aug. 2026
If an infected person has trouble breathing, persistent chest pains or pressure, loses consciousness or sudden confusion, call 911.

— Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of pains

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But in some cases, West Nile can reach the brain and cause extreme headaches, meningitis, tremors, convulsions and paralysis.

— Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2026
That is notable from a club who have faced their fair share of regulatory headaches in recent seasons.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

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Citywide, shootings and murders have reached historic lows this year including in July a record 29-day streak in Brooklyn without a single homicide.

— Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 23 Aug. 2026
Lindsay was paralyzed after the violent incident and was arrested and charged with the murders shortly afterward.

— Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of murders

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Such scenario competitions included household chores, like washing laundry, folding clothes, and cleaning up living rooms, according to the Chinese state media publication the Global Times.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026
Chelsea handles house chores, while Elon and Tony handle recurring visits and deep cleans.

— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of chores

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With his newfound resolve/death wish, Jacob is determined to keep his sister’s and nephew’s killers on that bridge until backup arrives.

— Chris Klimek, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
There are many ways to rid your garden of those intrusive weeds, from commercial weed killers to more natural methods like using vinegar.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of killers

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Headline writers like to use words like menageries and beasts to describe it.

— Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026
Mythical Creatures, designed by Kit Kemp of London’s Firmdale Hotels, is a playful take on fine bone china that comes decorated with folk-art birds and beasts, then finished with a gold rim Kemp customizes herself.

— Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026

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