saddened
Example Sentences
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"We are greatly saddened by the news," said Tate Britain director Alex Farquharson, calling Hockney an "immensely important figure".
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
Harry said he was saddened by the increase in foodbanks in the town.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“Eric’s family is still grieving this loss and they are shocked and saddened by this finding,” according to the statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
"I'm deeply saddened to hear that there have been fatalities," Ferguson said in a statement.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
It saddened her that Aunty Uju had settled merely for what was familiar.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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