A "sardonic grin" refers to a mocking or cynical smile, often implying contempt or bitterness. This term also has roots in ancient Sardinia, linked to the toxic water-dropwort plant that causes ...

One of the most violent and fatal of infectious diseases is tetanus or lockjaw, ... Sometimes his mouth becomes drawn in a sardonic grin, and finally he writhes in painful, ...

The term 'sardonic grin' has roots in ancient Sardinia, linked to the toxic water-dropwort plant. This hemlock variant induced paralysis and a twisted smile, exploited by assassins and reportedly ...

Italian scientists believe they have solved an ancient medical mystery which gave the world the expression 'sardonic grin'. By Nick Squires In Rome 18 May 2009 • 5:48pm ...

The term 'sardonic grin' has roots in ancient Sardinia, linked to the toxic water-dropwort plant. This hemlock variant induced paralysis and a twisted smile, exploited by assassins and reportedly ...