heavy heart

Example Sentences

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Rather, Dosa’s film is a meditation on change — both the kind that we accept with a heavy heart and something more general.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

It added: "We are, with a heavy heart, introducing some temporary changes to our audience policies to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone."

From BBC • May 21, 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

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

I slip back out of his window without saying good night, making my way back to the room by the light of Summerland, and with a heavy heart.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland