bittersweet
Example Sentences
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It’s a little bittersweet since filming in Los Angeles is rare these days.
From Los Angeles Times
“Sentimental Value’s” scenes of bittersweet family disconnection are well done, but I kept feeling like the movie really wanted to be a chippy satire about the movie business.
From Los Angeles Times
In his farewell message, he said the "journey has indeed been bittersweet, painted with both criticism and appreciation".
From BBC
"This moment is so bittersweet," Bencic said, adding Switzerland had nothing to be disappointed about.
From Barron's
Today it's better known as the land of the Musang King — a buttery, bittersweet variety that the Chinese have dubbed the "Hermès of durians", as prized as the French fashion house.
From BBC
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