heartbreaking

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“This is a heartbreaking tragedy,” one advocacy group said in a statement, calling for permanent action to end carriage operations in the park.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

A teacher described the decision as "truly heartbreaking" and said his smartphone was confiscated on Wednesday, before being returned with a warning not to carry it again.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

“The loss of so many young lives is difficult to comprehend, and our hearts go out to the victims’ families, friends, classmates, loved ones, and all those affected by this heartbreaking event,” police wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Following Saturday's heartbreaking Champions League final defeat by Paris St-Germain, the Gunners boss said there are some "important decisions" to make in order to take the club to the next level.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

And then she spun on her heel and stalked out behind her terrible, heartbreaking army.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor