consolation

Example Sentences

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The only consolation now might be that this tournament won’t be held entirely without Italian representation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

A consolation on a savagely hard game, but something.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

If “Sinners” does win best picture, how’s this for a consolation: Anderson, who came into the year having never won despite 11 nominations, will go home with two Oscars — director and adapted screenplay.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Tudor did not appear to have consolation on his mind as the heartbroken youngster came off.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

I’m left with one consolation, small though it may be: my fountain pen was cremated, just as I would like to be someday!

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank