heartbroken

Example Sentences

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“We feel heartbroken for the family who lost a child here,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Netherlands attacking midfielder Xavi Simons has said he is "heartbroken" after being ruled out for the rest of the season for relegation-battling Tottenham and this summer's World Cup because of a knee injury.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Debbie Lee, the chief executive of DTSM, said in a statement Thursday that the organization was heartbroken as employees processed the news of Ferguson’s death.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said he and his wife are "heartbroken over this horrific situation, and we're praying for everyone affected".

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

He felt helpless and heartbroken but also so terribly guilty.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh