heavy heart

Example Sentences

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"But once he'd made it, he was certain it was right and honourable. It was done with a heavy heart but with total conviction."

From BBC • May 15, 2026

"With a heavy heart I believe action is necessary to bring about change," she added in comments reported by Yonhap news agency.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

“This was not an easy choice, and it comes with a heavy heart, but also with love and gratitude for the life we shared.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

Later on Monday two other Heritage stalwarts, Cully Stimson and Hans von Spakovsky, also resigned with what they called “a heavy heart and profound sadness.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025

With a heavy heart he exited the studio.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai