grieve

Example Sentences

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She also said that they are thankful for the outpouring of prayers and support as they grieve the loss.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

When Big Bear’s celebrity bald eagle couple’s eggs were eaten by ravens in late January, they didn’t grieve alone.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 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

The statement added: "At this time we ask for the privacy to grieve this unfathomable loss. With gratitude for your understanding and compassion."

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

"His Highness would not be your son if he did not inherit your conditions. It would grieve your Majesty more if he had to be reproved for the opposite fault."

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis