somber

Example Sentences

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A confusing sight on such a somber morning.

From Literature

As time passes and the Holocaust fades further from memory, this somber day grows increasingly important.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Nell, I wonder if you’d be willing to help me even more today,” Aunt Kitty said, studying my face with a somber expression.

From Literature

When Nelson, the Sprinkles founder, posted her somber message about the closure, she asked people to share memories of the company.

From Los Angeles Times

There were no images from Tuesday’s congressional hearing marking the somber anniversary or clips of the compelling testimony.

From Salon