sad

Example Sentences

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If she weren’t such an indefensible character, Bondi’s efforts to save her job would be sad.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

"My child can never be governor. That is very sad - not because I am not able but because the FCT is where God has placed me."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The blue Luma said it best in the first “Mario” movie: “Life is sad, prison is sad, life in prison is very, very sad.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

When news broke that Mr. Woods had been involved in another car accident, I was sad more than surprised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Because when I looked at Ms. W. full on, she was staring at the blue house, but her face was tired and sad and she looked about ten years older in ten seconds’ time.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan