sad

Example Sentences

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"I felt helpless — sad and also angry about the system that is allowing that to happen," he said quietly.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

They talk more freely about being afraid, sad, frustrated and jealous.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

It’s so sad and his conflict was that human beings with conflicting directives confuse him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

"It's always sad to say good-bye to people who have contributed to our mission and to building this company," he wrote.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Those dark, sad eyes, his floppy black ears, the white circle round his nose.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler