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First, I need to make sure I understand the term correctly. Ante mortem means something done before death. Like, before someone kicks the bucket. So maybe start with that definition but add humor. Humorous angle... Maybe use Death's clown face or something. Compare it to what's happening after? Or use a funny analogy. Let's think of synonyms: pre-death, pre-doom, pre-apocalyptic peace time? For the example sentence, it should be unsettling. So maybe set in a context where things are going on before someone dies. Like a doctor's exam, but with a twist. Or maybe something more abrupt, like a person realizing their fate. Need to keep it short and punchy. Wait, the example needs to use 'ante mortem' correctly. So sentence like "The ante mortem examination was as calm as a Zen garden, until they found the wallet under the pillow." But that's not really unsettling. Maybe something more intense. How about: "During the autopsy, the detectives discovered that Mr. X's ante mortem injuries were surprisingly... gourmet?" No, that's not right. Wait, maybe he had some specific signs of a pre-mortem event. Oh! Like, someone attempted suicide but then got resuscitated? Hmm. Wait, example sentence: "In his final hours, the tycoon frantically typed out a will, unaware that he was barely ante mortem." Or better: "The ante mortem report revealed bite marks consistent with a ravenous pet Alligator – clearly, dinner wasn't on the menu anymore." Wait, that's funny and slightly unsettling. Let me check if that's accurate. Ante mortem would refer to findings before death, so in an examination prior to death. So maybe during a medical exam or investigation before the person died. Let's go with that. Putting it all together: Definition with humor, then example sentence. Make sure ante mortem is used correctly. Check spelling and tone. Definition: Ante-mortem? Oh, right! It's like the wild party phase before someone crashes and burns. Imagine Death throwing a glittering entrance rehearsal for their grand arrival. It means "before D-day" – all the dramatic buildup, awkward silences, and spilled margaritas, just before life tragically hits the fan (or literal grave). Example Sentence: "In his ante-mortem zeal, the would-be assassin paused to admire the intricate stitching on Nurse Thompson's cufflinks—clearly, he hadn’t intended to stage a bloodbath yet." (Underbelly note: The "assassin" was actually prepping for murder... but still found Nurse Thompsons chic.)