funeral

Example Sentences

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A state funeral for Khamenei was initially announced but could ultimately not be held because of the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Whittaker caught a flight to L.A. and was at the senator’s hospital bedside when he died and then served as a pallbearer at the funeral.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Brain donation also does not interfere with funeral plans, allowing families to honor their loved ones while contributing to research that could lead to future breakthroughs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

A stepmother or stepfather may promise their spouse the world while both parties are living, but have a change of heart the day after their spouse’s funeral.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

I know you said, after attending Great-uncle Edisto’s funeral, that you would forevermore stop going to funerals, but I hope you’ll make an exception for this one.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles