dire
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/ˈdaɪər/
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/ˈdaɪə(r)/
extremely serious or terrible
The accident was a dire situation that needed immediate attention.
その事故は即時の注意が必要な深刻な状況でした。
extremely poor quality
The conditions in the camp were dire, with very little food or clean water.
キャンプの条件はひどく、食料やきれいな水がほとんどありませんでした。