abject terror

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A state of extreme fear.

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  • The child stared at the clown with a look of abject terror.
  • The child screamed in abject terror as the monster appeared.
  • A scream of abject terror pierced the silent night.
  • She felt abject terror gripping her heart as the plane began to shake violently.
  • He was paralyzed by abject terror as the shadow loomed over him.
  • Witnessing the accident filled him with abject terror.
  • The refugees described the abject terror they felt while crossing the border.
  • They lived in abject terror of the dictator's regime.
  • The dictator's regime maintained control through a policy of abject terror.
  • A sudden noise in the dark caused her to freeze in abject terror.
  • Waking up during the surgery filled him with abject terror.
  • The survivors recounted tales of abject terror during the storm.
  • The character's descent into madness was marked by moments of abject terror.
  • He was overwhelmed by abject terror when he realized he was trapped.
  • Even the bravest soldiers can experience abject terror in the heat of battle.
  • The thought of public speaking always induces abject terror in him.
  • Seeing the huge wave approach, the surfers were gripped by abject terror.
  • Despite his bravery, a moment of abject terror flashed across his face.
  • Her voice trembled, a clear sign of the abject terror she was feeling.
  • The refugees fled their homes in abject terror, leaving everything behind.