Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for psyched (out)
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The current risk level in the Strait has already scared off most major marine war insurers, who have pulled their coverage of ships in the Strait.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
13 Mar. 2026 -
You can’t be truly trusted if you are being micromanaged or scared to make a mistake.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2026
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That habit didn’t endear the Alspaws to anyone nearby, including one neighbor who threatened to shoot Brittany after the Alspaws frightened his horses.—
Tessa Stuart,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
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Konstantin, 4, a sociable boy, is often frightened by loud noises and guards, his parents said.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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As 1994 approached, the United States was on the verge of hosting the World Cup — but national soccer officials were terrified that the home team was about to humiliate itself on a global stage.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
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Public testimony stretched for hours, where speakers shared concerns that the legislation could have legal repercussions, disrupt community relationships with local law enforcement and make immigrants terrified to interact with police, school or hospital staff.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
5 Mar. 2026
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Virginia never looked intimidated despite last month’s blowout loss.—
Steve Reed,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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They are intimidated by his beauty and coolness, and keeping driving up to the window.—
Andy Hoglund,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Mar. 2026
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Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe will all be returning to be further terrorized by hearing-sensitive aliens.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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Jack O’Connell, Lola Kirke and Peter Dreimanis — the actors who terrorized the juke joint as bloodthirsty vampires in the movie — also snaked their way onto the stage.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Cook, stirring often, until the onions are softened and the sausage is cooked through, 8-10 minutes.—
Gretchen McKay,
Boston Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
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Moore also admitted that the LAFD’s after-action report on the Palisades fire was softened to shield top brass from scrutiny.—
Paul Pringle,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
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Plus, their fabric and fill are less likely to accrue that ever-darkening yellowish stain that tired goose down pillows acquire over time, thanks to sweat, oils, lotion residues, etc.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
24 Oct. 2025
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Many blue-city residents who have noticed a decrease in crime surely appreciate the safer streets, an environment that tired old No Kings boomers will never have to navigate.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Psyched (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psyched%20%28out%29. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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