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bereavement

[bih-reev-muhnt] / bɪˈriv mənt /


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It also highlights the possible benefits of online access for “young people coping with serious illness, bereavement, and mental health problems” as well as opportunities for learning and developing interests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

NS&I has apologised to anyone suffering a bereavement who had not received the customer service they should expect.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The run, which will coincide with his 40th birthday, will also raise money for bereavement support charity Winston's Wish and help fund a new reading initiative for children.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

As a man in his 60s, I’ve been to my share of bereavement services—but only one took place in front of a cash register.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

But on the floor of White County Hospital, he screamed in some anguished and alien language of bereavement.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner