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heartbroken

[hahrt-broh-kuhn] / ˈhɑrtˌbroʊ kən /


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"We are stunned and heartbroken by this senseless tragedy," Steven Cook, the top administrative official of the local school district, said in a statement.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

"We are stunned and heartbroken by this senseless tragedy," said Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook in a statement.

From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026

If she’d said no, I would’ve been heartbroken because I think “Miss America” is gorgeous — I’m really proud to be part of it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026

"The details of this case shocked experienced officers and our thoughts continue to go out to the heartbroken family of Maria at this time."

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

She was still angry and heartbroken about Miss Patty Cake.

From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia


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