sic

Example Sentences

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The sic of it all is worth a little attention.

From Slate • Nov. 14, 2025

They set little traps for Hunham’s arrogance and sic their daddies on the administrators, who then bear down on him.

From New York Times • Oct. 26, 2023

Max doesn't sic goblins on his little sister but he does drag her along on his quest to impress Allison and banish the risen Sanderson sisters.

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2022

I’ll sic Houston on opponents until opponents seem to say, Just get me out of here and let me go home.

From Washington Post • Mar. 28, 2022

I wanted to sic her on him, shout, “He ain’t in here, Granny! He’s in yonder with her! Go haint him!”

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns