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sadly

[sad-lee] / ˈsæd li /


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The first runs of these shows probably missed Gen Z. Not millennials, sadly.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

On Wednesday, I checked the same sadly neglected area around City Hall that I wrote about in April and found only minimal improvements.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

It said its thoughts were with the families of those patients who had sadly passed away.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

King Charles III said the temporary transfer was a "a precious symbol of trust at a time when trust seems sadly to be in short supply between nations".

From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026

“I would not think so, Princess,” Phillip said sadly.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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