tragedy

Example Sentences

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"I call for an end to this absolutely despicable exploitation of the tragedy that took place last Thursday evening in Lyon, for which France Unbowed bears absolutely no responsibility," he told reporters.

From BBC

Tresnjak treats the play as though it were a tragedy wearing the mask of comedy.

From Los Angeles Times

The company said in a statement: "We extend our deepest sympathies to the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragedy."

From BBC

“As Canadian curlers, we were targeted. And to go out and pull her rock like that, I think it was a tragedy.”

From Los Angeles Times

She had been so focused on handling emergencies, one tragedy after another, that she clicked on a link in the text in an attempt to put out another potential crisis.

From Los Angeles Times