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bereaved

[bih-reevd] / bɪˈrivd /




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The Leeds Maternity Families Group said it was a hugely important time to have continuity for bereaved and harmed families.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Victims of the 7 October assault and bereaved families joined parliamentary committee discussions about the new legislation.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The strain extends to the seafarers' families at home, worried about their stranded loved ones -- or in the worst cases, bereaved.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

"We will continue the fight with renewed determination until this threat is completely eradicated," he pledged, offering his condolences to the bereaved families.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The Lord never sends you more than you can bear— That was an ancient Maycomb phrase employed by its fragile ladies who sat up with corpses, supposed to be profoundly comforting to the bereaved.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee




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