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as in tomb
a final resting place for a dead person
the forlorn boy put flowers on his mother's grave
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2
as in death
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
a rock star who found his early grave in a plane crash
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as in dead
the state of being dead
a terrible fear of the grave
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as in serious
having a matter of importance as its topic
leaving gossip and celebrities to other magazines, this journal focuses on the grave issues confronting the nation
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as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
going over Niagara Falls poses a grave danger
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as in solemn
not joking or playful in mood or manner
when I asked him how his dog was doing, he looked grave and said, "Not good"
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as in deep
having a low musical pitch or range
a grave hexachord
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Recent Examples of grave
Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
Then, the detainees were executed, dressed in rebel uniforms, and reported as combat kills with many buried in anonymous graves in cemeteries.
—John Otis, NPR, 27 May 2025
Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Here’s your guide from the NWS to staying safe during downpours:
Beware of rapid water flow:
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Archaeologists documented 41 finds at the site, including 13 urn graves, several cremation nests and several cremation burials with the remains of the funeral pyres, according to the release.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
Then, the detainees were executed, dressed in rebel uniforms, and reported as combat kills with many buried in anonymous graves in cemeteries.
—John Otis, NPR, 27 May 2025
Adjective
There is grave concern for the lives of two hostages.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Here’s your guide from the NWS to staying safe during downpours:
Beware of rapid water flow:
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
Verb
Better yet, the superstar—who recently graved our TV screens on The White Lotus—worked with stylist Brett Alan Nelson to deliver custom outfits for the set.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grave
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In February, archaeologists revealed the lost tomb of Thutmose II, a pharaoh who ruled during the 15th century B.C.E.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 May 2025
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Baki’s tomb had a long, hall-like courtyard, with a second courtyard leading to the entrance of the tomb.—
Monica Cull,
Discover Magazine,
27 May 2025
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The eggs are linked to an ongoing Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak in seven states, in which 79 people have been sickened and at least 21 hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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But that was followed by this latest stretch that’s begun to feel more like a death march than a slump, particularly the past three days.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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As Joel talks to Ellie, a different solemn moment unfolds in Salt Lake City, where the young survivors of Joel’s Firefly massacre bury their dead and try to figure out what happened.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2025
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However, because the Romans cremated their dead for many years, archaeologists have not found many gladiator bodies.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Nobody else can do what Isak does, but Newcastle lack serious backup at centre-forward.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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There were no serious injuries reported or arrests made among the crowd of about 500 teenagers.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2025
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At times, the Algerian even operated as a wide forward as O’Neil grappled with a forward injury crisis and identified Ait-Nouri as his most dangerous attacking threat.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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When Suzuki is locked in, few hitters are more dangerous.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Only the buzz of Israeli drones overhead filled the solemn silence.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
7 June 2025
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The score becomes grand and syrupy whenever there’s a big emotional revelation; characters deliver solemn soliloquies on the orderly beauty of math.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2025
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This is a deep, dark, peppery and elegant wine at astonishing value.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Verb
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But Aiden Markram etched his name in lore, producing a brilliant century in the tough chase of 282 in the best ever innings by a South African in Test cricket considering the stakes.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Inditex has been etching out a clear lead on high street rival H&M, which posted weaker-than-expected fiscal first quarter revenues in March, as sales continue to soften at the Swedish fashion giant.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
11 June 2025
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“Grave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grave. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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