heaven

Example Sentences

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I speculate that Martha Jefferson’s death was in Thomas’s mind when, in the “Notes,” he mentioned “those numberless afflictions, which render it doubtful whether heaven has given life to us in mercy or in wrath.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Want emails or financial records or, heaven forbid, anything from the police?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Sweet and savory is a match made in heaven.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

If, heaven forbid, something breaks or gets stolen, it will be your responsibility.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

“Dad,” I said, “I wish to heaven your plan hadn’t blown up in our faces.”

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck