sorrow
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It's just when you lead for so long and don't win it, there's a lonely void, an 'it should have been us' vacuum of sorrow.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
And the announced crowd of 18,145 at Crypto.com Arena made sure he knew that parting is such sweet sorrow, standing and cheering long after the game had ended.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026
It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, and is historically a day of sorrow, fasting, and reflection.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
The films brought you through emotions that ranged from comedic, belly-laughing joy to the deep sorrow of loss.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
The sorrow in his tone softened my anger.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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