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terrorising

Pronunciation: [ˈtɛrəraɪzɪŋ]

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Learn how to use terrorising in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “fear”

(verb) to cause someone to feel very scared or frightened. It’s like when someone makes a scary noise to make you jump or feel really uneasy.

Example

The movie was so thrilling that it kept the audience on the edge of their seats, terrorising them with every twist.

Example

She did not mean to scare them; she always tried to comfort people instead of terrorising them.

Example

Have you ever seen a film that was terrorising but also exciting?

Context: “control”

(verb) to control or intimidate people by using fear or threats. This can happen in a situation where someone uses their power to make others afraid to speak up or act.

Example

The leader tried to unify the group, instead of terrorising them with harsh rules.

Example

The bully was not just mean; he was also terrorising the other kids at school.

Example

Why do some people think that terrorising others will give them power?

How to pronounce terrorising

Pronunciation: [ˈtɛrəraɪzɪŋ]

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