ache for

Example Sentences

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“Make no mistake: I condemn these murderers, grieve for the victims of their despicable acts, and ache for all the families who have suffered unimaginable and irreparable loss,” Biden said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2024

"Make no mistake: I condemn these murderers, grieve for the victims of their despicable acts, and ache for all the families who have suffered unimaginable and irreparable loss," Biden added.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2024

“But my wife’s and my hearts ache for our kids still there.”

From New York Times • Mar. 14, 2024

“Our hearts ache for the families and residents affected by this senseless act,” he wrote on Facebook, “We will continue to pray for healing and justice.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024

And there’s a quiet companionship between them that makes my heart ache for Nan.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir