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Horror

/hˈɔrər/
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(noun) An intense distressing emotion of fear or repugnance.

She screamed with horror as someone took hold of her arm.
I'm going to see a horror film.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He enjoys reading ____ novels because he likes the feeling of being scared and excited.

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