Sank
Turned
Turned adjective - Moved around an axis or center.
Both words in one sentence
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In the Silver Age, Marvel Atlanteans were the human inhabitants of Atlantis until it sank, whereupon they were turned into blue-skinned water breathers by the god Neptune.
Source: Our Mermaids Are Different -
Benny Hill did this once for a girl: unfortunately the "Puddle" turned out to be quicksand, into which the unfortunate girl sank like a stone.
Source: Puddle-Covering Chivalry - This turned out to be rather prophetic in a meta sort of way, because after releasing three singles and getting one of them into the Top 40 they sank without a trace.
Source: Retroactive Legacy
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