On both occasions, the picture was far bleaker than what most investors had expected.

"Border Crossing" is a far bleaker book, though, and less successful.

By the 20th century, the picture looked far bleaker.

The situation is far bleaker for minority women, the study found.

But early this afternoon, far bleaker news than expected came from Trenton.

After the attacks, the first recession in 10 years became a reality, and the outlook turned far bleaker.

If recent astronomical observations are correct, the future of life and the universe will be far bleaker.

Their world, while never especially sunny, has grown far bleaker.

But now it is clear that the financial picture is far bleaker.

Without the sale of runabouts, the picture would be far bleaker.