be sad
Example Sentences
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I would be sad if it sounded like techno, but I’d get used to it.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
“We always chat and clown around and block each other and honk at each other on the hill. He goes for the Raiders and I go for the Packers. I’ll be sad not see him.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
“I would be sad if my soulmate was here and I didn’t find them,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026
I’ll be sad about that, but hopefully I’ll be okay, too.
From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy
