sad

Example Sentences

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Part-sculpted work and marble block, each has a tragic aspect to it, recalling John Greenleaf Whittier’s forlorn observation: “For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: ‘It might have been!’

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

That’s why I can’t only think sad thoughts on the one-year anniversary of the raids.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Instead, it was a sad affair, thrown together at the last minute and unable to book anyone more interesting than Kid Rock as a headliner.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

This is a sad story, and Thomas may be correct that the case is the wrong reading of the act.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

“I was busy and sad and that’s no excuse, but I missed you and I’m back now, so don’t worry.”

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan