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condolence

[kuhn-doh-luhns] / kənˈdoʊ ləns /


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Greek Fire Service chief Theodoros Vagias published a note of condolence to the two firefighters who died on Wednesday, naming them as 58-year-old Emmanouil Stratidakis and 25-year-old Pantelis Diamantakis.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

At the scene of the attack itself people left hand-written messages of condolence and support.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

It has been two years since Ysa’s death, and Ferrante continues to get condolence messages in response to her request.

From Slate Jul. 19, 2026

A small but poignant item: the condolence card sent to Carrie by Samantha Jones, her estranged friend played by Kim Cattrall, who made a brief but impactful appearance in the reboot.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 28, 2026

I informed the major that I intended to write Bram a condolence letter, and he responded that I could do so.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at first extended condolences for the “measles-associated” deaths.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

Senior coroner Penelope Scholfield opened and adjourned the inquest to March 2027 and offered her "sincere condolences" to the wider family.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

"With respect and admiration for him, as well as deep sadness, we offer our condolences" on the king's death, they wrote on social media.

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

We understand how much Michael meant to so many people, and we are grateful for the love, prayers, memories, and condolences already being shared.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2026

Celia leaves the condolences piled on the dining-room table until they begin to overflow into the lounge.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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