seriousness
Example Sentences
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The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport said the "deeply concerning" allegations must be "treated with the utmost seriousness" and "investigated by the relevant authorities".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
There was a striking seriousness to the whole performance, which spanned from just past 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Jack Caskey and Jerome Sperling, who would play significant roles on the Greek Desk, were chided for their rule-following, caution and seriousness, qualities that any sensible archaeologist might otherwise aspire to.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
In a nod to the seriousness of the situation, three federal lawmakers representing California have appealed to the Trump administration to issue a disaster declaration over the incident.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
“That is very true,” I said with equal seriousness.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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