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Bogeyman

Definition: A mythical or imaginary evil spirit used to frighten or discipline children.

Sense: Popular

Part of Speech: Noun

Usage: In popular culture, the bogeyman is often used as a boogeyman that kidnaps naughty children.

Sample Sentence: The child hid under the covers, afraid that the bogeyman would come out of the closet and get him.

Sense: Local

Part of Speech: Noun

Usage: In some local legends, the bogeyman is believed to haunt specific areas or communities.

Sample Sentence: The old town tale warned kids not to wander near the abandoned house at night, as the bogeyman was said to roam there.

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