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sadness

[sad-nis] / ˈsæd nɪs /


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“It’s a matter of great sadness to us, because everything is turned on its head,” Bevan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Nonetheless, Simón stirs up the ineffable sadness that comes with wanting answers to the mysteries of your family — and then, like it or not, receiving them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Witnessing your sadness, anger or frustration might actually be helpful to your niece in her own grieving process.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

When they first appeared on screen, and for most of their time giving evidence, Donaldson stared at them with a look of what seemed like pity or sadness on his face.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Her face is drawn tight with sadness, and I know that she wishes she could take back what she said.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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