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Ordeal

/ɔˈrdil/
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(noun) A trial in which the accused was subjected to a dangerous test (such as ducking in water), divine authority deciding the guilt of the accused.

Bob has to get through this ordeal on his own.
Tom told Mary about last night's ordeal.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Surviving the shipwreck was a terrifying ____ that left the crew traumatized for months afterward.

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