sad

Example Sentences

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As a sad reminder, four months after leaving office, Mr. Biden announced a diagnosis of aggressive Stage 4 prostate cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"The very sad part of this business is we do not learn," says Merany.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Instead, it was a sad affair, thrown together at the last minute and unable to book anyone more interesting than Kid Rock as a headliner.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

“It’s frustrating and sad but at the same time expected,” Aiello said shortly after her discovery.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I feel overwhelmingly grateful to her for being sad about their breakup instead of gloating.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison