grim
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"Current forecast tracks continue to indicate a grim outlook for the Marianas," the US National Weather Service warned.
From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026
A grim 19th-century commentary on nature, civilization and Jacksonian America, the sequence doubles as the exhibition’s interrogation of the current democratic moment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Not just the on-field disappointment, which was tough enough to watch, but the grim and almost lifeless hope in the aftermath, including from Steve Clarke who would eventually resign on Saturday.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
Meantime, the grim roster of fatalities and injured was expanding.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
“Hyperion is a bad Titan,” Bob announced, his expression grim.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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