sadden

Example Sentences

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My absence from Christmas would sadden them even more.

From Salon • Dec. 22, 2021

“Once it ever changes to no DH, then it will probably never change back, and that’s something that would sadden me,” Astros manager Dusty Baker said.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2021

But that’s revealed not to sadden us so much as to awaken us, to remind us that our memories must be cultivated and exercised as much as any craft or skill.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2021

“I wish you could have gone, but there is no hope of it this time, so try to bear it cheerfully, and don’t sadden Amy’s pleasure by reproaches or regrets.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

"Tell me what they said to sadden the queen of my heart."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin