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sadness

[sad-nis] / ˈsæd nɪs /


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“In complete shock, as we all are. The devastation and sadness is beyond words. Praying for Samantha, Brexton, Lennix, his entire family and loved ones.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

For fans, the announcement may not have come as a complete surprise, but it was still met with shock and sadness.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Mr. Ferrer’s definitive statement on her life captures both her strength and her sadness: “She never stopped trying on every level to please, to be happy, and to be loved.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“It’s with great sadness and heartache to announce the passing of my sweet dear Alex Ligertwood, my husband of 25 years, we knew each other for 36 years,” Brogan wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

Everyone is watching with fear and sadness in their eyes.

From "The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle" by Dan Gutman




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