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grieve

verb as in upset, distress someone

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It was eventually decided that the male protagonist, Tate Donovan — to be played by Jake Gyllenhaal in the movie — would be an architect who is grieving the loss of his sister.

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A community just a few miles from here, but also all over the UK, is terrorised, frightened and grieving.

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“Please know that I am praying for you, grieving with you, and will continue to face this tragedy with honesty, responsibility, and compassion,” he added.

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"The family is shocked by the tragic, sudden death of such a lovely down to earth man" the tribute added, as the family asked for privacy to grieve.

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Mr Griffiths said he felt he could finally grieve, knowing those responsible would be held accountable.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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