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Pavor Nocturnus

Description:

Pavor Nocturnus, also known as night terrors, refers to a sleep disorder characterized by intense fear and terror during sleep. It primarily affects children, causing sudden awakening from sleep accompanied by extreme fear and difficulty in calming down.

Senses/Usages:

Noun:

Pavor Nocturnus can be used as a noun to refer to the sleep disorder itself.

Example Sentences:

• My nephew frequently experiences pavor nocturnus, which disturbs his sleep.
• The parents were concerned when their child started displaying symptoms of pavor nocturnus.

Noun:

Pavor Nocturnus, in a figurative sense, can also refer to intense fear or terror experienced in any context.

Example Sentences:

• The girl's pavor nocturnus before public speaking prevented her from participating in the debate.
• His performance anxiety grew into a kind of pavor nocturnus, affecting his ability to enjoy even simple activities.

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