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condolence

[kuhn-doh-luhns] / kənˈdoʊ ləns /


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It has been two years since Ysa’s death, and Ferrante continues to get condolence messages in response to her request.

From Slate Jul. 19, 2026

A small but poignant item: the condolence card sent to Carrie by Samantha Jones, her estranged friend played by Kim Cattrall, who made a brief but impactful appearance in the reboot.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 28, 2026

Despite posting statements and condolence messages in his name, they have yet to offer and new images or proof of life.

From Barron's Apr. 7, 2026

Rousseau's English-only condolence video was criticised by Canadian politicians, including Prime Minister Mark Carney, who said it showed "a lack of compassion".

From BBC Mar. 30, 2026

The president of the republic sent him a telegram of condolence in which he promised an exhaustive investigation and paid homage to the dead men.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

In the post, Le Clos also paid tribute to his "neighbour of many years" who died in the fire, offering his "deepest and most sincere condolences" to the victim's family and friends.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

“The Dodgers express our deep sorrow and share our condolences over the passing of longtime fan Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele,” the team posted Dec. 15 on X.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 3, 2026

On the day of the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, Faruqi had offered condolences to those who mourned for the queen in a social media post.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

His death energized Mississippi residents and prompted Johnson to wire his condolences to the family.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

“I’m here to pay my condolences about your brother; I wanted to speak to the master of the house.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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