be sad
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“You could be sad in a bookshop,” Sophie muses at one point, “but you were never happier than when you were in a bookshop.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
While many fans will be sad to see him go, they probably feel it is a deserved move for a player that has contributed so much.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
I’m very conscious of how fast she’s growing up, and I know me — I’ll be sad when it’s over.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 8, 2026
That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
He wouldn’t be sad to leave the Temple of Lkossa behind, but he would be sad to leave behind what he’d once thought it was.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
