tragic

Example Sentences

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And despite numerous setbacks, including tragic accidents, the country has often been able to stay at the forefront of flight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Det Ch Insp Neil John of the Metropolitan Police, called it a "deeply tragic incident outside a busy nightclub" and asked for anyone who had any information, dashcam or mobile phone footage to contact them.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

At one point near the play’s tragic climax, Willy is feverishly planting seeds in the backyard, but Elliott gives no credibility to any of his character’s actions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

My parents had a love story similar to Romeo and Juliet’s: short, tragic, star-crossed.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day