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Horror of horrors

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Informal Emphasis

Used in casual situations to emphasize a surprisingly bad event.

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Horror of horrors, my favorite band just announced their breakup!
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Hyperbolic Tone

Often used hyperbolically to express something that's not actually horrifying.

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Horror of horrors, they've put pineapple on my pizza!
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Unexpected Twist

Marks an unpleasant surprise or twist in events.

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Horror of horrors, our tranquil picnic was invaded by a swarm of bees!
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