sorrowfulness

Example Sentences

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Although such sorrowfulness might send Ward to Spotify, Cooper believes this kind of event can actually increase loyalty to radio.

From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2022

The pervading atmosphere of sorrowfulness in much of Josquin’s music, whether applied to sacred music or secular songs of unhappy love, is typical of his strife-filled time.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall

She nodded; her simple, pathetic sorrowfulness showing itself even in the poor little gesture.

From Theo A Sprightly Love Story by Burnett, Frances Hodgson

While visiting those at Marseilles, he was much struck by the broken-down looks and exceeding sorrowfulness of one of the convicts.

From A Book of Golden Deeds by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

The flute-like sorrowfulness of the organ thrills through my blood; my nerves vibrate in responsive echo.

From Hunger by Hamsun, Knut