Run down
Run down verb - To come upon after searching, study, or effort.
Tale
Tale noun - A rumor or report of a personal or sensational nature.
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
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Urban Fantasy: The setting is very reminiscent of Cyberpunk works in the vein of Blade Runner or Batman Beyond, albeit much less futuristic and more run down, but the presence of ghosts and spiritual powers counterbalance the crime elements of the tale.
Source: Comic Book / Brody's Ghost
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