tragedies

Example Sentences

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Altman said OpenAI will work more closely with governments to prevent future tragedies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

In response to questions about the grenade incident and the state’s ongoing efforts to obtain records, Gomez said Cal/OSHA is trying to avoid future tragedies.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The resolution "risks pitting historical tragedies against each other that should not be compared, except at the expense of the memory of the victims," said French representative Sylvain Fournel.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

One of the quiet tragedies of the potluck is that perfectly good food often remains trapped in its travel container — lids half removed, plastic corners fogged with condensation.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

“Oh, no, he must have many, many tragedies to keep track of. I suppose they nourish him in some terrible way.”

From "Son" by Lois Lowry