tragedy
Example Sentences
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"From this tragedy, an immense irony is unfolding. Those who've fought to keep the world hooked on fossil fuels are inadvertently supercharging the global renewables boom," he said, without naming countries or companies.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
The theme seemed be redemption, showing, just as Fry had suggested, that while it serves tragedy, it works especially well in comedy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Both the Fairfax case and the Louisiana tragedy involved separation or its imminent prospect.
From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026
He told the defendant a day that "should have been full of joy" had been turned into a tragedy "because of your actions".
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Only a few people—like Willem—insisted that the war was Holland’s tragedy too.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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