heartache

Example Sentences

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The latest heartache for Dutchmen was an edict making it a crime to sing the “Wilhelmus,” our national anthem.

From Literature

“The heartache, the times when I was hungry. My whole journey was: I have to learn how to figure it out.”

From The Wall Street Journal

His decision caused heartache for some of his natural supporters, including King's widow, Coretta, who feared he would fail to win the Democratic Party's nomination and damage the chances of other progressive candidates.

From BBC

He said any delay to the criminal justice process would bring "more trauma and heartache" for victims' families.

From BBC

Johnson, who was already in the traditional leader's chair after her aggressive run down the slope, said that she felt "heartache" at Vonn's crash, which completely changed the complexion of the race.

From Barron's