sad

Example Sentences

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“They have leveraged the property over time, and the upkeep is just not there. It’s sad to see it go downhill.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“It’s been so great just getting all the love from the fans. I feel sad for them, too, that they won’t get to see this character.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Kemp said her situation made her feel "really sad".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Instead, it was a sad affair, thrown together at the last minute and unable to book anyone more interesting than Kid Rock as a headliner.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

She felt angry and cheated, tricked and stupid, lost and lonely, sad and confused—and the feelings were stronger than the words could say.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr