saddened
Example Sentences
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Hampton admits she's saddened by the way trends have been – and continue to be - weaponised.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Rosalind Ashford,” Martha Reeves said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
On September 11, 2001, we were stunned and saddened not only by the loss of thousands of lives and the World Trade Center towers, but also by the loss of our beautiful wedding venue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
While he was saddened by the incident, it failed to deter him.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
One night, Con asked her why things had changed between her and Taisin, and when she told him, he was saddened.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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