heartbroken

Example Sentences

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Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, said that that period left him feeling “really heartbroken by everything that occurred.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

We are heartbroken to share the passing of our brother and son, Nicholas Brendon.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Tudor did not appear to have consolation on his mind as the heartbroken youngster came off.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Speaking to TNT Sports, former Spurs and England goalkeeper Joe Hart said he was "heartbroken" for Kinsky, who played in the Champions League last season for Slavia Prague.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

But at the time they were heartbroken; they had adored him.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman