heavy heart
Example Sentences
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"But once he'd made it, he was certain it was right and honourable. It was done with a heavy heart but with total conviction."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Her daughter Nonhle Thema shared the news of her passing "with a heavy heart", as she paid tribute to her mother and her "compassionate" soul.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
It was with a heavy heart that Washington agreed to a military solution.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Later on Monday two other Heritage stalwarts, Cully Stimson and Hans von Spakovsky, also resigned with what they called “a heavy heart and profound sadness.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025
Still, it is with a heavy heart and leaden steps that I make my way to the royal rooms.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
