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Comparative
peakier
Superlative
peakiest
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looking pale or sickly
- Despite her usual vibrant demeanor, Sarah looked peaky after staying up all night studying for exams.
- Tim's friends grew concerned when they noticed him looking unusually peaky and fatigued.
- Mary's sister seemed peaky after catching a cold, with dark circles under her eyes and a pale complexion.
- Jack's dog appeared peaky after vomiting multiple times, prompting a visit to the veterinarian.
- Emily's coworker looked peaky after returning from a long business trip, suggesting she was exhausted.
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