eerily
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of eerily
Example Sentences
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A feline drawn from a package of pet food or kitty litter grins at viewers in “Laughing Cat,” while the eerily smiling woman in “The Refrigerator” was copied from a baking-soda ad.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
The Whelford woman described an "eerily quiet atmosphere" in the wake of a major incident, with police, drones, and forensic investigators still circling the area.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
William James almost eerily comfortable in situations that terrify everyone around him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
And the setup today is eerily similar to early 2023.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
“You know,” Jack says, “I’ve been told many times that I’m eerily beautiful, but even so, it’s rude to stare.”
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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