nightmare
Pronunciation: [naɪtˌmɛr]
Word
Context: "emotions"
(noun) a very bad or scary dream that makes you feel afraid or upset while you are sleeping. It can feel so real that you wake up feeling frightened.
Example
She woke up from a nightmare and felt relieved to be back in her cozy room.
Example
He never has nightmares; he usually sleeps very peacefully.
Example
Did you have a nightmare last night or was it just a regular dream?
Context: "general problems"
(noun) a situation that is very unpleasant or extremely difficult to deal with in real life. It can feel overwhelming, like a bad dream you can't wake up from.
Example
The storm caused a nightmare for travelers trying to reach home.
Example
Her last vacation was not a nightmare; it was filled with fun and laughter.
Example
Why was the project such a nightmare for the team?
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