sorrow
Example Sentences
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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
Queen Camilla has sent a message of support for survivors of sexual violence, saying: "We stand with you and alongside you, today and every day, in solidarity, sorrow and sympathy."
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
Joy has always lived alongside sorrow in the nest: BBB passed away amid intense rain and freezing temperatures, while Stormy continued to thrive.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
The "people of Pakistan join the people of Iran in their hour of grief and sorrow and extend the most sincere condolences on the martyrdom" of Khamenei, he added.
From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026
The man’s face spasmed between sorrow and fear.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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