- present participle of sadden.
saddening
Example Sentences
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"It's such a tragedy that has impacted our community and is something that has been a shock and such a very saddening moment for the Congolese community."
From BBC • May 21, 2026
“This was a shocking and saddening discovery for us. Our primary commitment is always to the children and families that we serve,” the organization stated.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026
"It’s saddening to hear about all the threats to their jobs," said college senior Nicole Droeger Stephens.
From Salon • May 31, 2025
"It is deeply saddening that Irish Traveller people have become so used to hate and prejudice," said Mr McDonagh.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2024
We did not try to dissuade him, although the thought of going without him was saddening.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
