in the worst way
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Shows of the era, Anderson finds, often tackled difficult subjects in the worst way possible, but “they really meant well.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026
The skepticism over hedging will inevitably be challenged in the worst way, though when that occurs is impossible to know.
From Barron's • Nov. 12, 2025
The Diamondbacks need it in the worst way if they’re going to send this series back to Texas.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 31, 2023
"Although the process is a rollercoaster in the worst way possible, from the second you leave that court for the final time you're now free to live your life on your terms," Jennifer said.
From BBC • Aug. 29, 2023
Things had ended between me and Franny in the worst way.
From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin
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