sad

Example Sentences

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If she weren’t such an indefensible character, Bondi’s efforts to save her job would be sad.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

But, game as the actors are in playing up the sad and cringeworthy complications, the start-over imperative should have been taken to heart when the script was in the writing stage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Just how sad things might get for the Bowsers will be up to Lumalee.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"She's part of the history of the Mersey and obviously today's a bit of a sad day for us."

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The sad flags fluttered from the mast, and he went on waiting.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr