grimly

Example Sentences

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The reasons for John’s ferocious emotional repression are not fully explored, but they seem intrinsic to his grimly sustaining notion of island heritage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The home side were grimly hanging on for half-time, but Gourgeus shrugged off a weak tackle from Josh McKay to go over for his second and Toulouse's third.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

Holding a pen like a gun grimly acknowledges Irish history, opposition to British rule as well as the sectarian Troubles between Protestants and Catholics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

“It’s just a hole in the ground,” he says grimly.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025

The Babushkawoos never listened, but whispered cruel remarks as Penelope grimly plowed ahead.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood