morbidly

Example Sentences

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Pixar’s WALL-E, an animated take on life in the 29th century, depicts morbidly overweight humans living a seemingly utopian existence in space, with all their needs met by AI-powered robots.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Contrast this with other TLC shows like their staple series “My 600-Lb Life,” which follows morbidly obese people as they struggle to lose weight and get gastric bypass surgery.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2025

But when Mickey starts to question his role in this morbidly efficient cycle, his rebellion threatens the system.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2025

Even the morbidly chauvinist NME succumbed, calling Ditto "the coolest person in rock".

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2024

Here are a few other morbidly obese phrases, together with leaner alternatives that often mean the same thing.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker