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mourn

[mawrn, mohrn] / mɔrn, moʊrn /


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Yet Mahajan’s individualistic Chopras each still celebrate and mourn.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Xander Harris may have been the “normal” one in a cast of extraordinary characters, but Brendon’s performance ensured he was unforgettable — both to fans and to the colleagues who mourn his passing.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

I mourn for all the children who lost years of critical education during COVID-19.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

It’s human to mourn one’s situation, but it’s our responsibility to fight our way back to a happy life or at least to make the most of our situation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Besides, I did not have a right to mourn Papa-Nnukwu with her; he had been her Papa-Nnukwu more than mine.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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