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The dire
adjective
Warning of bad consequences: ill-boding; portentous.
Exact(60)
The dire need is right now.
The dire alternative is also well known.
The dire conditions in Xochimilco have generated debate among biologists.
The dire consequences are illustrated in the audit findings.
The dire economy is not on anyone's side.
The dire conclusion about coming anarchy seems overdrawn.
The dire long-term forecasts may well prove right.
The dire situation calls for Mr. Arafat's immediate retirement.
The dire predictions don't seem to be borne out.
The dire agreement affects him almost as a betrothal might.
The dire figures for house sales during July, released this week, show how urgent this is.
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