be sad

Example Sentences

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Blues rock songs are supposed to be sad, but was this one ever wrong.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

"Life is short as a drying drop of water. Don't be sad," a singer's voice wafts into the street.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

I’m very conscious of how fast she’s growing up, and I know me — I’ll be sad when it’s over.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

If she weren’t such an indefensible character, Bondi’s efforts to save her job would be sad.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Zeitoun would be sad to see him go, but he was happy to know that his friend would be safe, and that, even better, Zeitoun would no longer have to share his tent.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers