tragic

Example Sentences

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"The situation is tragic," town notable Joseph Attieh told AFP by phone.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Even a sticker on Scottie’s dresser drawer referring to “E.T.” makes us consider the tragic new limits of these children’s lives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“This is so tragic, and is emblematic of the tough challenges that Mayor Bass is taking on that were ignored for decades,” the mayor’s office said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani said he had "been briefed on the tragic collision".

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“Salt instead of sugar, and the cream is sour,” replied Meg with a tragic gesture.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott