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frighteningly
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in a manner that causes intense fear
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Examples
The shadow moved frighteningly across the wall, making her freeze.
1.1
used to emphasize how shocking or disturbing a situation is
Examples
Frighteningly, the town's water supply had been poisoned for days.
1.2
in a way that forces someone or something to flee or retreat out of fear
Examples
The wolf snarled frighteningly, driving the hikers back down the trail.
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