imprecation in a sentence

Definition

Imprecation: a spoken curse or invocation of evil, often directed at someone or something.

The old man muttered an imprecation under his breath as the car sped past him.
In folklore, it's often believed that an imprecation can bring misfortune upon one's enemies.
She cast an imprecation upon the storm that ruined her wedding day.
The villagers feared the witch's imprecation, thinking it would spell doom for their crops.
His angry imprecation echoed through the empty halls, startling everyone nearby.