express sorrow
Example Sentences
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German politicians scrambled on Thursday to express sorrow and horror at the attack, and to tamp down fears in Germany’s immigrant communities that they are endangered.
From New York Times • Feb. 20, 2020
But the senior official said Mr. Kerry will express sorrow on behalf of the U.S. government and the American people for the loss of life.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2016
A: You can be sympathetic to the daughter of this monster without having to go to his bedside and pretend to forgive him or express sorrow at his demise.
From Slate • Jul. 6, 2015
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto : "On behalf of Mexico, I express sorrow over the death of one of the greatest writers of our time."
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2014
It being always difficult to know whether to express sorrow or gladness under such circumstances—all depending upon the character of the match—Knight took shelter in the safe words: 'I trust it was for the best.'
From A Pair of Blue Eyes by Hardy, Thomas
