heavy-heartedness
Example Sentences
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These writers also share a certain heavy-heartedness, in addition to gray Eastern European settings.
From New York Times ● Jan. 13, 2020
I am low and depressed to-night; I scarcely know why: indeed, I have less reason than usual for heavy-heartedness.
From The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II) by Charles James Lever
The glorious sunshine dancing and sparkling on the water seemed to mock the gloomy heavy-heartedness that was darkening the hours of our long anticipated holiday.
From The Story of the White-Rock Cove by Anonymous
Even this was a relief from the heavy-heartedness that oppressed her at other times, and she felt a comparative comfort in sitting half-asleep by her child's grave, dreaming confusedly of happier days.
From Brought Home by Hesba Stretton
Light-heartedness or heavy-heartedness comes to the same thing if they know how to use it for each other.
From April Hopes by William Dean Howells
