tragedy

Example Sentences

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Generally if somewhat simplistically speaking, it’s not hard to discern whom to root for in a Shakespeare tragedy.

From The Wall Street Journal

As she repeats the plot to Edgar, Isabella is swept up by the love story’s drama and tragedy.

From Salon

"It's wrong to think that such a tragedy brings a family together. It took us a long time to rebuild ourselves."

From BBC

My wife and I were in Paris during the tragedy and a decade later, the emotional tether I feel to the city remains taut.

From The Wall Street Journal

The town was quiet early Friday and residents have voiced weariness over the influx of media attention following the tragedy.

From Barron's