lonely
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Authorities are providing AI care devices -- some designed to detect signs of lonely deaths -- to seniors living alone, including in districts of Seoul and in Yongin, south of the capital.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
When I get lonely I know who can console me .
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
She adds: "This prevents people from having the experience of being around others and that is quite a lonely experience."
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
“We remember he cracked it by thinking deeply about Henry’s childhood — and how lonely it must have been. After his first day as Mr. Whatsit, he nervously asked us, ‘Is it working?’
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
“You shouldn’t sit lonely at home all day,” I coax.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
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