tragic
Example Sentences
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In marking these tragic anniversaries, let’s applaud the liberty and prosperity that lulls us, while vowing to resist the totalitarian threats menacing us, be they overseas or next door.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
It’s a visually stunning, wildly propulsive and tragic thriller that’s worth a watch.
From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026
As with Kobe Bryant, his sudden and tragic death deeply affected me.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
"With his tragic and unexpected passing on Sunday at Swanholme Lakes, we would like to raise awareness about children playing near any rivers or lakes in the hot weather," he added.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
These kids had just spent an hour telling me stories that were tragic and unsettling, but I reminded them that those same stories also showed their persistence, self-reliance, and ability to overcome.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Vocabulary lists containing tragic
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The Tale of Despereaux
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The Wednesday Wars
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