tragedy
Example Sentences
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Gocaj's family told CBS at the scene of the incident on Tuesday that they are trying to understand how the tragedy could have taken place.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The district is making counselors available to all students and families affected by the tragedy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Succinctly describe a time, place and activity that affected you: a rite of passage, a pivotal career move, a tragedy or unexpected turn of events.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
"This is a tragedy not only for your family, it is a tragedy for our entire Ukrainian state today."
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
The tragedy in all this is particularly great because for nearly a decade, there has been strong reason to suppose that Fischer could demonstrate his supremacy convincingly if only given the opportunity to do so....
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing tragedy
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