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 was with a heavy heart that Washington agreed to a military solution.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 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

"I am leaving Tigers with a heavy heart," Cole said.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

“Believe me,” she replied with a heavy heart, “I know that all too well. And by the way, your nose is bleeding, but only on one side.”

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos