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Recent Examples of horror show
The result is a horror show for US science research.
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ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
Is Bryce Harper’s toothpaste application technique big-brained or a horror show?
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Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
Others drew comparisons to a kids’ horror show.
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Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
The new Netflix series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, produced by the creators of Stranger Things, also treats the engagement period as a horror show.
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Jenny Singer,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for horror show
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
Is Bryce Harper’s toothpaste application technique big-brained or a horror show?
—
Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
Others drew comparisons to a kids’ horror show.
—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
The new Netflix series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, produced by the creators of Stranger Things, also treats the engagement period as a horror show.
—
Jenny Singer,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for horror show
Recent Examples of Synonyms for horror show
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Matos is charged with murder, carjacking, leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, and leaving the scene of an accident resulting in personal injury.
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Directed by Hong Kong’s Frankie Tam, the film draws on Hong Kong’s first murder case solved entirely through forensic evidence and without eyewitness testimony.
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Of philosophy’s many sticky wickets, consciousness is perhaps the most perplexing.
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To that, timestamps may prove a sticky wicket for a part of Baldoni’s argument against the Times.
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That’s when the real headache for businesses began, as customs checks, border controls and reams of paperwork came into force.
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But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
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The clear 20-ounce cup came with a lid attached to a straw in Starbucks' signature green hue that looked like a beanie sitting on the bear's head.
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The latest iteration of the glass cups are pink and features the bear wearing a hat with a strawberry straw topper.
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Episode Eight really turns the trope of a woman being pursued by a masked killer on its head.
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Heuermann caved as evidence grew overwhelming, Brown says While the public saw the serial killer from afar, Brown had a rare perspective, having spent countless hours with Heuermann after being assigned to the case on day one.
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Improving your least favorite chore At Pearl Lee's Washtub in Brooklyn, customers can do more than wash their clothes.
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Buildup happens faster than many people realize, but keeping your shower clean doesn't have to be a constant chore.
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Andres Chait, is facing labor deals that will strain future finances.
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The spokesperson noted that labor inspections of working conditions have increased and encouraged houses to remain vigilant and fully compliant with regulations.
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At least Molina read these lines in the privacy of a recording studio rather than on the set of this stinker.
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All Alan seems to know how to do is a lil-stinker dance while making cheeky expressions, distilling the sketch comedian’s talents into an unnervingly tidy package.
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“Horror show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horror%20show. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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