sombre
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Underneath her pragmatism and sombre suits lie some surprises.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
The mood in Trafalgar Square was sombre, with an underlying anger.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
However, it began on a sombre note with Sir Keir paying tribute to former MP Ann Widdecombe.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Brendon McCullum was sombre in describing his "worry and concern" for Stokes, but Durham coach Ryan Campbell said the all-rounder is in "good spirits".
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
Entering that sombre study, I could see just outside the window the brilliant red flames lit in every tree, and beyond, some threatening thunderclouds.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
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