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grieve

[greev] / griv /




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It’s how we grieve and think, feel shame and remorse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

On Sunday, the territory's chief minister Omar Abdullah -- who does not control the security forces -- said mourners should be "allowed to grieve peacefully" and police should "refrain from using force or restrictive measures".

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

“I want you to know we grieve with you. At some point when you are ready, maybe we can get together for a good cry,” he wrote, according to a screenshot of the text.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

The environmental education nonprofit said it would be providing more information but asked for “time to grieve and process this sad news.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

"He is only a foolish boy, but I have loved him like a brother. It would grieve me to see him die."

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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