sadden
Example Sentences
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“This was a shocking and saddening discovery for us. Our primary commitment is always to the children and families that we serve,” the organization stated.
From Los Angeles Times
An EastEnders spokesperson said the programme's team was "deeply saddened" to hear of Martin's death.
From BBC
Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana, health officer for San Mateo County, shared in a statement that she’s “deeply saddened” by the loss and recommends people take preventative measures like vaccines to avoid future deaths.
From Los Angeles Times
In a tribute posted on social media, the King wrote: "My wife and I are greatly saddened to hear of the death of Eva Schloss."
From BBC
It saddens me to say but relegation may be the only way forward to rescue this club from the poor quality ownership that belittles this once proud club.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.