heavy heart

Example Sentences

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“It is with a very heavy heart that I must announce that my father Ronald LaPread has passed,” LaPread’s daughter Soraya LaPread shared on her Instagram story.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

It added: "We are, with a heavy heart, introducing some temporary changes to our audience policies to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone."

From BBC • May 21, 2026

"With a heavy heart I believe action is necessary to bring about change," she added in comments reported by Yonhap news agency.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 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

It was with a heavy heart that Harry packed his trunk up in the dormitory on the night before his return to Privet Drive.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling