solemn

Example Sentences

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"Today, we come together in solemn solidarity to affirm truth and pursue a route to healing and reparative justice. The adoption of this resolution serves as a safeguard against forgetting," said Mahama.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

The visit marks the second time since the Feb. 28 launch of the war with Iran that Trump has attended the solemn military ritual known as a dignified transfer, the Associated Press reported.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

After almost 30 years in the Senate, his every invariably solemn utterance is beyond well known to me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

There were smiles and waves, but also solemn expressions.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

I remember how on our wedding-day he said: “Unless some solemn duty come upon me to go back to the bitter hours, asleep or awake, mad or sane.”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker