heartache

Example Sentences

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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

It’s a simple step that could save you a lot of heartache if something is wrong, especially if you’re trying to get a mortgage or rent an apartment.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 9, 2026

One way of surviving heartache is to stay busy.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver