tragedies

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Altman said he was committed to finding ways to prevent such tragedies.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

In his letter, Altman said he reaffirmed a commitment he made to the Tumbler Ridge Mayor and British Columbia Premier to find ways to prevent tragedies like what happened in Tumbler Ridge in the future.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 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

Not only did we make it past all these small obstacles, but also through a wide range of triumphs and tragedies.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers