terrorize
verb (used with object)
to fill or overcome with terror.
has terrorized
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present perfectof terrorize (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Because of the lockdown, his appointment has been canceled, so he’s been forced to chew his food in a lopsided fashion, which has terrorized his wife.
From New York Times ● May 25, 2020
This decade of self-optimization has terrorized us with a myriad of trends meant to bring us to the best version of ourselves.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 23, 2019
In recent years, Anthony Johnson has terrorized the UFC light heavyweight division with his incredible knockout power.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 30, 2016
Freeman has terrorized the Nationals through two series: he is 11 for 22 with two home runs and five RBI against them this season.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 13, 2014
He has terrorized our woods-men for a long time.
From The Valley of the Giants by Peter B. (Peter Bernard) Kyne
