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also demoniacal
as in demonic
of, relating to, or worthy of an evil spirit
the murderer seemed possessed by a demoniac wish to destroy life
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Directed by Jeremiah Kipp, the film is billed as a new chapter in the story that will expand on the game’s world and mythology, delving deeper into the lore of the demonic entities plaguing River Fields.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2025 -
The film follows Mikey, whose night terrors become reality when his mother begins showing signs of demonic possession.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Demoniac.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demoniac. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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