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horrifying

IPA pronunciation: /ˈhɒrɪfaɪɪŋ/

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Russian meaning

ужасающий, жуткий

English definition

Causing great fear or shock.

Example

The horrifying news left everyone speechless.

Collocations

horrifying experience
horrifying accident
horrifying scene

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