heartbreaker

Example Sentences

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"It's a heartbreaker, you hate to see that," former British number one Annabel Croft said on BBC Two.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The Cleveland Cavaliers, who fell 140-138 to Miami in an overtime heartbreaker on Monday, rallied to turn the tables with a 130-116 triumph over the Heat.

From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025

“Seven Tears” has a light rockabilly swing and continues Springsteen’s affinity for the number seven, and “Unsatisfied Heart” is a heartbreaker, a legendary fan favorite that’s finally seeing the light of day.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2025

It is a heartbreaker to see, for what might have been: an “emerald necklace” of mountains, rivers, parks and beaches.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2025

The team lost a heartbreaker in an early round and returned home the same day.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel