sadden

Example Sentences

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In a tribute on social media, Forest said they were "deeply saddened" by the death of Joshua, who previously an academy goalkeeper.

From BBC

The King and Queen added they were "deeply saddened" by Sir Tom's death and sent their condolences to his family.

From BBC

"We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved client and friend, Tom Stoppard, has died peacefully at home in Dorset, surrounded by his family," the talent agency said.

From Barron's

Six-time Olympic cycling gold medallist Sir Chris Hoy, who has terminal prostate cancer, said he was "disappointed and saddened" that screening was not likely to be offered more widely.

From BBC

A poll conducted shortly after Franco’s death showed that 29% of Spaniards felt an “irreparable loss,” with a further 53% feeling “pained and saddened.”

From The Wall Street Journal