freaking
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of freaking
First recorded in 1925–30; freak 1 + -ing 2; euphemistically echoing frigging and fucking
Example Sentences
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“Everybody’s freaking out. They’re so happy,” Blanck, 71, said of his students and their families.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
It’s not hard to understand why people freaking out.
From Salon • May 11, 2026
I want to be that freaking awesome parent.
From Slate • May 10, 2026
Meanwhile Adam Hoijard, from Wirral, said he and his family arrived three hours early, and stood in the queue for hours before people started "freaking out and feeling sick".
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
At least he’s not freaking out, Jam said.
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
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