sad
Example Sentences
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"Life is short as a drying drop of water. Don't be sad," a singer's voice wafts into the street.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
“In a weird way, I was sad when we had the last one,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
"If we didn't have enough teachers I'd feel quite sad," she added.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
I would be sad if it sounded like techno, but I’d get used to it.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
He had the sad look of a man who’s given up.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
