grieved
Example Sentences
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Jefferson grieved deeply over the loss of his wife, the death in childhood of four of their six children, and the later loss of a daughter at only 25.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
Having not swam seriously since he was 18, he only got back into the sport after his father's death to "feel connected to him" as he grieved.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Transport Minister Matteo Salvini, who is from Milan, said he was "grieved" by the accident and called for answers.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
As last year’s wildfires multiplied, still 0% contained, field reporters — tasked with articulating the unintelligible on camera — grieved alongside Los Angeles in real time.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2026
Like Alexander the Great, Francie grieved, being convinced that there were no new worlds to conquer.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
