tragedy

Example Sentences

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Italian masters have spent hundreds of years perfecting the art of manufacturing tragedy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Plaid Cymru's Dr Gwyn Williams candidate for Gŵyr Abertawe described the loss of graduates from the NHS workforce in Wales as "a tragedy" that "threatens to worsen ambulance waiting times".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“This tragedy underscores the responsibility employers have to anticipate hazards and take meaningful steps to protect workers, especially in high-risk operations involving explosive materials,” Cal/OSHA spokeswoman Denisse Gomez said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"Trying to erase all this history is an absolute tragedy," he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

"It's a tragedy, that's what it is," he said, shaking his head.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda