horribly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for horribly
Adverb
  • So, this is a terrible – terribly misguided policy.
    / CBS News, CBS News, 1 June 2025
  • The reason Evin is infamous is because of its terribly cruel high security detention centers that are poorly supervised by the Prison Chief.
    Jeff Kaufman, Time, 30 May 2025
Adverb
  • The Long And Winding Road Margevicius pitched poorly (0-4, 8.25 ERA) at Triple-A Tacoma in 2022 and was released.
    Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
  • That would be a head-scratching move for the Browns, as Richardson has played poorly since being selected at No. 4 overall by the Colts in the 2023 NFL Draft.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Adverb
  • Remember, too much of a good thing can turn bad quickly!
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
  • That started off bad and got better.
    Vulture, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2023
Adverb
  • Adding to the shock factor of this particular comeback was how badly Indiana handled the ball in the first half.
    Joe Vardon, New York Times, 6 June 2025
  • Everlane Khaki Wide-leg Linen Pants These high-rise pants from Everlane are made from a breezy linen-viscose blend that won’t wrinkle as badly as 100 percent linen.
    Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
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“Horribly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horribly. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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