grim reality

Example Sentences

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It’s the middle of January, which means the holidays are well and truly over and whatever fanciful shine the prospect of a “new” year held as it approached has already dimmed into grim reality.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2026

When he returned to the enclave earlier this month as part of a prisoners-for-hostages exchange deal, he said he left one grim reality for another.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 25, 2025

It’s been a grim reality since 9/11, and that spiked again after Oct.

From Slate • Sep. 11, 2025

Critics say the facility’s name fits its grim reality.

From Salon • Jul. 23, 2025

But before long, the party was over and grim reality set in.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield