Sentence examples for of dire from inspiring English sources

This week saw a series of dire warnings.

The Syrian crisis offers fresh evidence of dire relations.

Opponents warn of dire and far-reaching implications.

More specifically, Israel faces a combination of dire threats.

Nor do threats of dire, if cosmetic, consequences.

Udav Prashad Timalsina, the top official for the district, warned of dire shortages.

More worryingly, some industry analysts warned of dire consequences for the U.S. economy.

Every suggestion of action to create jobs has been shot down with warnings of dire consequences.

Spokesmen for the group have warned of dire consequences if a hunger striker dies.

In areas of dire poverty, it is a final resource to tap in times of desperation.

It's a juxtaposition of dire conditions in the verses and ironic joy in the choruses.