sigh
Example Sentences
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Sobs could be heard at the back of the public gallery, while Nowak's family let out a sigh and hugged as they left the room.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Then, with a sigh: “I’m trying not to think about it. I love my house.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
“It does not appear there has been a material escalation, and markets are breathing a sigh of relief,” said Bill Northey, senior investment director at U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
The employment report was a “classic ‘could’ve been worse’ jobs report,” Bolvin added, and the markets breathed a sigh of relief.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
With a sigh I shoved myself to my feet and grabbed my salad off my tray.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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