tragic
Example Sentences
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It’s a visually stunning, wildly propulsive and tragic thriller that’s worth a watch.
From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026
Ribeiro’s father never spoke about the difficult moments in his life as an immigrant in a tragic manner.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
"Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to his family, and all affected by this tragic loss at this incredibly difficult time."
From BBC • May 27, 2026
“Individual stories of altered and suboptimal miscarriage management emerged quickly in the days following Dobbs, including several overtly tragic examples,” he said.
From Salon • May 26, 2026
He had known too many Marine wives and children who had come to their front door and found dour messengers, their faces carved from the ices of duty, standing with tragic news welting their tongues.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
Vocabulary lists containing tragic
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The Tale of Despereaux
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