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ordeal

Definition

  • noun: an experience that is very unpleasant or difficult
  • noun: a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: trial

Examples

  • Being trapped in the elevator was a harrowing 'ordeal' for the shoppers.

  • I need to find a way to make traveling less of an 'ordeal'.

  • the 'ordeal' of cancer treatment

Movie quotes

  • (..) To delve into myself, think things over. Don't laugh. I need it. A bit of asceticism... Meditation. To confront the ordeal. It'll be tough. Don't deceive yourselves. I'd like a few minutes to myself, if you don't mind. Of course, sir. (..)
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