be sad
Example Sentences
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That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
If she weren’t such an indefensible character, Bondi’s efforts to save her job would be sad.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
“I would be sad if my soulmate was here and I didn’t find them,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026
Mr Wheatley-Ward, the theatre company's founder and director, said he believed a sell-off would be "sad".
From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025
Yet everything was falling into place to benefit the Ortegas, except for Dorotea, who must be sad too.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
