Scream Like a "Banshee"

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A banshee is a wailing spirit from Irish legend, known for signaling the impending death of a family member. The word comes from Irish, translating to "woman of a fairy mound." This eerie figure is the stuff legends (and nightmares) are made of!

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September 13, 2025

banshee

[ ban-shee ] noun

a wailing spirit in Irish folklore seen or heard as a sign a family member will soon die

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