be sad

Example Sentences

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That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

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

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

“I would be sad if my soulmate was here and I didn’t find them,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

Brown told the crowd: "Don't be sad that it's over, be happy that it happened."

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

I don’t want to be sad any longer.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar