heartbroken

Example Sentences

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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

She “was shocked, heartbroken, and felt utterly betrayed,” and was motivated to reexamine and scrutinize archival “Avatar” materials.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

"We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Josh Mauro," the Cardinals said in a statement.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

She says she never imagined living through a moment that would leave her feeling both heartbroken and profoundly proud of her city.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

I sobbed the whole way home, still heartbroken.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah