solemn

Example Sentences

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And Speed cut short a rare solemn moment in Addis Ababa when he was visiting the tomb of the Emperor Haile Selassie - because of the internet connection lagging.

From BBC

Several could be heard yelling at the judge as he delivered the guilty verdicts, while others looked solemn.

From BBC

But she shook her head and gave me a solemn look, like she was sizing up what sort of information I could handle.

From Literature

"There was a lot of people, it was very solemn, and there was a beautiful sermon about hope. At least let us have that: hope," said local churchgoer Jean-Claude.

From Barron's

In a year crowded with overwhelming headlines, the moment of the papal election felt slow, solemn and reflective.

From The Wall Street Journal