heartache
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“It’s with great sadness and heartache to announce the passing of my sweet dear Alex Ligertwood, my husband of 25 years, we knew each other for 36 years,” Brogan wrote.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
Especially for the loving family of this young woman, for whom, even many years from now, a touch of heartache will hang over their holidays and family get-togethers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
His decision caused heartache for some of his natural supporters, including King's widow, Coretta, who feared he would fail to win the Democratic Party's nomination and damage the chances of other progressive candidates.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
Johnson, who was already in the traditional leader's chair after her aggressive run down the slope, said that she felt "heartache" at Vonn's crash, which completely changed the complexion of the race.
From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026
There’s so much heartache in his voice that I almost go to him, almost offer what little comfort I can.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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