lamentations
Example Sentences
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Amid the lamentations about America’s healthcare system, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week reported some good news you might have missed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 2, 2026
As someone who has read most of Davis’ work and knew him personally, I can say that his writings were cris de coeur more than lamentations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 15, 2025
A familiar pattern followed: lamentations over the derailing; a cascade of reporters; a debate in Congress.
From Salon ● May 13, 2023
When the trade was finalized and announced on July 29, there was some lamentations that the Mariners gave up too much in prospect capital.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 7, 2022
When he told her that Katie was having a baby, she nearly raised the roof with her lamentations.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
