Grim
Grim adjective - Shockingly repellent; inspiring horror.
Usage example: the grim aftermath of the bombing
Sick
Sick adjective - Shockingly repellent; inspiring horror.
Both words in one sentence
- A less grim version: Alan, while under the influence of drink, convinces a very sick David to give him money for gambling.
Source: Literature / Kidnapped - A special mention goes out to the Grim Hunt storyline, in which the villains actually plan their attack to take place when he's sick using the precognitive abilities of Madame Web.
Source: Sick Episode -
There's also the line from her when they first meet, the wording of which boils down to 'If you even think about betraying me I'll sick my pet grim reaper on you'.
Source: Outlaw Couple
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