heartbroken
Example Sentences
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"I go to the market only to look around because I cannot afford to buy anything. Whenever I ask about prices, I return heartbroken," Nadia Abu Shamala, a Palestinian resident of Gaza, told AFP.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
“We feel heartbroken for the family who lost a child here,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
He died a week later, with his parents saying in a joint statement they were "heartbroken".
From BBC • May 16, 2026
His family said they were heartbroken by the loss and described him as a loving “uncle, cousin, brother-in-law, and friend to so many.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Even Aunt Melissa, who was annoyed with Dad moments ago, looks heartbroken for her brother.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
