heartbreaking

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Michael Payne, Labour MP for Gedling, described the death as a "heartbreaking loss" and pledged to provide support to Fairman's family and the local community.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The extraordinary difficulties she encountered in adopting her son range from heartbreaking frustration to pure joy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“When heartbreaking things happen, find your community,” she says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Stafford Rangers FC described the death as "heartbreaking".

From BBC • May 3, 2026

It was a heartbreaking game, and the Dodgers lost.

From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord